How far is De Smet, SD from Iroquois, SD?
The driving distance from De Smet, SD to Iroquois, SD is about 15.5 miles (25 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.9 miles (24 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 18m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Kingsbury County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between De Smet and Iroquois.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Smet and Iroquois.
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Start on 1st Street
115 m · 19 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Calumet Avenue
1520 ft · 43 sec · Calumet Avenue
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Turn right onto US Highway 14 West
14.6 mi · 17 min · US Highway 14 West
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Continue on East Neosho Street
1682 ft · 27 sec · East Neosho Street
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Turn left onto South Ottowa Street
806 ft · 24 sec · South Ottowa Street
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Turn right onto East Washita Street
135 m · 18 sec · East Washita Street
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Turn left onto South Quapaw Street
11 m · 2 sec · South Quapaw Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Quapaw Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between De Smet and Iroquois.
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 14 West
Turn right onto US Highway 14 West
14.6 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving De Smet and Rain Showers Likely near Iroquois.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from De Smet to Iroquois?
The road trip is about 15.5 miles (25 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.8 miles from De Smet and 7.8 miles from Iroquois.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.9 miles (24 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.33 one way or $4.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around De Smet and Rain Showers Likely near Iroquois.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between De Smet and Iroquois. Straight-line distance: 14.91 mi (24 km).
#1 De Smet
City in and county seat of Kingsbury County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 308 |
| Coordinates | 44.3874700, -97.5503500 |
| Altitude | 526 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iroquois
City in Beatle and Kingsbury counties in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 71 |
| Coordinates | 44.3669200, -97.8509200 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
End: Iroquois (-97.85092, 44.36692)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.23 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $3.30 | $6.61 |
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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