How far is Freeman, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Freeman, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 356.7 miles (574 km), with a travel time of about 05h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 311 miles (500.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Census-designated place in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Freeman and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeman and Sturgis.
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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
22.8 mi · 26 min · North US Highway 81
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Take the exit left
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
331.1 mi · 5 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Freeman and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
North US Highway 81
Merge slight left
331 mi · 05h 15m
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 Rain Showers leaving Freeman and Rain And Snow Showers near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Freeman to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 356.7 miles (574 km) and usually takes 05h 06m 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 178.1 miles from Freeman and 178.5 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 311 miles (500.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.48 one way or $94.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 111.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Freeman and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Freeman and Rain And Snow Showers near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Freeman and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 311 mi (500.5 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 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 574 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 26m |
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 | $47.48 | $94.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.55 | $107.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.59 | $117.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.78 | $133.55 |
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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