How far is Garretson, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Garretson, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 385.9 miles (621 km), with a travel time of about 05h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 351 miles (564.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 56m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lyman 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 Garretson and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garretson and Sturgis.
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Start on North Main Avenue
89 m · 9 sec · North Main Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
2349 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto River Avenue
1 km · 1 min · River Avenue
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Continue on 485th Avenue
2295 ft · 43 sec · 485th Avenue
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Continue on 254th Street
2.8 mi · 3 min · 254th Street
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Continue on 482nd Avenue
6.4 mi · 8 min · 482nd Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 90: Sioux Falls
1569 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
373.8 mi · 5 hr 56 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 Garretson and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90
Merge slight left
374 mi · 05h 56m
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 Garretson and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garretson to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 385.9 miles (621 km) and usually takes 05h 28m 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?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 192.7 miles from Garretson and 193.2 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 351 miles (564.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.36 one way or $102.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 121 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Garretson 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 Garretson and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garretson and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 351.01 mi (564.9 km).
#1 Garretson
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,147 |
| Coordinates | 43.7174700, -96.5028200 |
| Altitude | 458 |
| 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: 621 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 48m |
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 | $51.36 | $102.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $57.93 | $115.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $63.39 | $126.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $72.24 | $144.48 |
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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