How far is Fort Pierre, SD from Mitchell, SD?
The driving distance from Fort Pierre, SD to Mitchell, SD is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.6 miles (200.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lyman County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Pierre and Mitchell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Pierre and Mitchell.
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Start on South 1st Street
2896 ft · 38 sec · South 1st Street
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Continue on South US Highway 83
30.9 mi · 35 min · South US Highway 83
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Take the exit left
1746 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
116.9 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right
1927 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto South Ohlman Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Ohlman Street
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Take the exit slight right
92 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto West Havens Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · West Havens Avenue
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Turn left onto South Sanborn Boulevard
2659 ft · 1 min · South Sanborn Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Pierre and Mitchell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South US Highway 83
Merge slight left
117 mi · 01h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Fort Pierre and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Mitchell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Pierre to Mitchell?
The road trip is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km) and usually takes 02h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oacoma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.4 miles from Fort Pierre and 77.1 miles from Mitchell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.6 miles (200.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:54 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.29 one way or $40.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Fort Pierre and Mitchell, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Fort Pierre and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Mitchell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Pierre and Mitchell. Straight-line distance: 124.65 mi (200.6 km).
#1 Fort Pierre
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,236 |
| Coordinates | 44.3535900, -100.3737400 |
| Altitude | 437 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mitchell
City in and county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 15,697 |
| Coordinates | 43.7094300, -98.0298000 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 1st Avenue (-98.0298, 43.709412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.88 | $45.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.54 | $57.07 |
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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