How far is Gettysburg, SD from Madison, SD?
The driving distance from Gettysburg, SD to Madison, SD is about 206 miles (331.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
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.
Township in Beadle County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gettysburg and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gettysburg and Madison.
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Start on North Exene Street
691 ft · 36 sec · North Exene Street
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Turn left onto West Garfield Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Garfield Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 212
4.4 mi · 7 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on US Highway 83
36.2 mi · 41 min · US Highway 83
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Turn left
53.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.3 km · 1 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
25.2 mi · 29 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
12.2 mi · 14 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto Dakota Avenue North
5 mi · 6 min · Dakota Avenue North
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Continue on SD Highway 37
16.8 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto SD Highway 34
54.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Northwest 2nd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Egan Avenue
117 m · 13 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Egan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gettysburg and Madison.
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
Turn left onto SD Highway 34
54.7 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Gettysburg and Mostly Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gettysburg to Madison?
The road trip is about 206 miles (331.6 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?
Wessington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.8 miles from Gettysburg and 97.2 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.7 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 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.42 one way or $54.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Gettysburg and Mostly Sunny near Madison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gettysburg and Madison. Straight-line distance: 156.3 mi (251.54 km).
#1 Gettysburg
Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,085 |
| Coordinates | 45.0116500, -99.9556700 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Lake County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,064 |
| Coordinates | 44.0060800, -97.1139500 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street Northeast (-97.113951, 44.006124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 332 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
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 | $27.42 | $54.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.83 | $67.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.56 | $77.12 |
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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