How far is Fort Pierre, SD from Yankton, SD?
The driving distance from Fort Pierre, SD to Yankton, SD is about 233.4 miles (375.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.7 miles (290.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 19m 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 39m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Aurora County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Pierre and Yankton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Pierre and Yankton.
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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
150.4 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
1983 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 81
35.8 mi · 41 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on 291st Street
1.3 km · 55 sec · 291st Street
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Continue on US Highway 81
15.6 mi · 18 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Pierre and Yankton.
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
150 mi · 02h 21m
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 Mostly Cloudy near Yankton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Pierre to Yankton?
The road trip is about 233.4 miles (375.6 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
White Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.6 miles from Fort Pierre and 113.8 miles from Yankton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.7 miles (290.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.7 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 9:40 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.07 one way or $62.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.2 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 Yankton, 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 Mostly Cloudy near Yankton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Pierre and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 180.71 mi (290.82 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 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 376 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 54m |
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 | $31.07 | $62.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.04 | $70.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.35 | $76.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.70 | $87.41 |
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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