How far is Fort Pierre, SD from Spearfish, SD?
The driving distance from Fort Pierre, SD to Spearfish, SD is about 193.2 miles (310.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Meade County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Pierre and Spearfish.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Pierre and Spearfish.
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Start on South 1st Street
2335 ft · 32 sec · South 1st Street
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Continue on North Deadwood Street
1.1 km · 53 sec · North Deadwood Street
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Turn left onto West Highway 14/34
1.2 mi · 1 min · West Highway 14/34
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Continue on US Highway 14/34
36.6 mi · 42 min · US Highway 14/34
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Continue on SD Highway 34/63
52.8 mi · 1 hr · SD Highway 34/63
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Continue straight
80.7 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Continue on Lazelle Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · Lazelle Street
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Take the exit right
17.6 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jackson Boulevard, Black Hills State University
1541 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto East Jackson Boulevard
1 km · 2 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Main Street
45 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Pierre and Spearfish.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 34/63
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80.7 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Fort Pierre and Snow Showers Likely near Spearfish.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Pierre to Spearfish?
The road trip is about 193.2 miles (310.9 km) and usually takes 03h 22m 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?
Plainview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.4 miles from Fort Pierre and 96.7 miles from Spearfish.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.2 miles (277.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 10:16 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.72 one way or $51.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Fort Pierre and Snow Showers Likely near Spearfish.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Pierre and Spearfish. Straight-line distance: 172.25 mi (277.21 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 Spearfish
City in Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 11,900 |
| Coordinates | 44.4908200, -103.8593700 |
| Altitude | 1112 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.859247, 44.49086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 311 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $25.72 | $51.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.01 | $58.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.74 | $63.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.17 | $72.35 |
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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