How far is Deadwood, SD from Harrisburg, SD?
The driving distance from Deadwood, SD to Harrisburg, SD is about 396 miles (637.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 356 miles (572.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Deadwood and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deadwood and Harrisburg.
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Start on Lee Street
56 m · 14 sec · Lee Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
105 m · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Deadwood Street
67 m · 12 sec · Deadwood Street
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Turn left onto Pioneer Way
2324 ft · 32 sec · Pioneer Way
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Continue on Main Street
9.3 mi · 11 min · Main Street
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Continue on Boulder Canyon Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · Boulder Canyon Road
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Continue on Lazelle Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Lazelle Street
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Take the exit right
87.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Continue straight
278.8 mi · 4 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
12.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1448 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto 273rd Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · 273rd Street
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Continue on West Willow Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Willow Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Willow Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Deadwood and Harrisburg.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Lazelle Street
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279 mi · 04h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Snow Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Deadwood and Mostly Cloudy near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Deadwood to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 396 miles (637.3 km) and usually takes 05h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vivian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 197.8 miles from Deadwood and 198.2 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 356 miles (572.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 40 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:24 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $52.68 one way or $105.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 124.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Deadwood and Harrisburg, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Snow Showers Likely then Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Deadwood and Mostly Cloudy near Harrisburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Deadwood and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 356.01 mi (572.94 km).
#1 Deadwood
City in and county seat of Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,294 |
| Coordinates | 44.3766500, -103.7296400 |
| Altitude | 1381 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisburg
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,126 |
| Coordinates | 43.4313700, -96.6972700 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow Street (-96.697271, 43.431465)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 637 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $52.68 | $105.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $59.41 | $118.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $65.02 | $130.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $74.10 | $148.19 |
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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