How far is Freeman, SD from Harrisburg, SD?
The driving distance from Freeman, SD to Harrisburg, SD is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Town in 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 Freeman and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeman and Harrisburg.
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Start on East 3rd Street
9 m · 4 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1758 ft · 50 sec · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East North County Road
1.4 km · 2 min · East North County Road
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Turn left onto North US Highway 81
3 mi · 3 min · North US Highway 81
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Turn right onto SD Highway 44
14.1 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 44
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Continue on West 4th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto SD Highway 19
2.9 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 19
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Turn left onto SD Highway 44
9.5 mi · 14 min · SD Highway 44
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Continue on West 11th Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West 11th Avenue
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Turn right onto SD Highway 17
1.6 km · 2 min · SD Highway 17
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Turn left onto SD Highway 44
4.6 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 44
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Take the ramp left
1465 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
2036 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto 276th Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · 276th Street
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Turn left onto SD Highway 115
3 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 115
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Turn right onto West Willow Street
1.5 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 Freeman and Harrisburg.
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 44
Turn right onto SD Highway 44
14.1 mi · 00h 17m
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 Rain Showers leaving Freeman and Chance Rain Showers near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Freeman to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 47.5 miles (76.5 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Chancellor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25 miles from Freeman and 22.6 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.34 one way or $12.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Freeman and Chance Rain Showers near Harrisburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Freeman and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 37.55 mi (60.43 km).
#1 Freeman
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,255 |
| Coordinates | 43.3524900, -97.4372900 |
| Altitude | 461 |
| 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: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.15 | $14.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
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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