How far is Canton, SD from Tea, SD?
The driving distance from Canton, SD to Tea, SD is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lincoln County, South Dakota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Canton and Tea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton and Tea.
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Start on West 5th Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · West 5th Street
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Continue on US Highway 18
8.4 mi · 10 min · US Highway 18
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Take the exit right
1680 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1051 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto 273rd Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · 273rd Street
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Turn right onto 469th Avenue
2636 ft · 53 sec · 469th Avenue
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Continue on South Heritage Parkway
2649 ft · 58 sec · South Heritage Parkway
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2552 ft · 51 sec · East 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Canton and Tea.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US Highway 18
Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Canton and Sunny near Tea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Canton to Tea?
The road trip is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Worthing is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Canton and 11.1 miles from Tea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.94 one way or $5.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Canton and Sunny near Tea.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Canton and Tea. Straight-line distance: 15.81 mi (25.45 km).
#1 Canton
City in and county seat of Lincoln County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 617 |
| Coordinates | 43.3008100, -96.5928200 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tea
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 6,405 |
| Coordinates | 43.4463700, -96.8358800 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tea (-96.83588, 43.44637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.32 | $6.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.14 | $8.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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