How far is Gregory, SD from Spearfish, SD?
The driving distance from Gregory, SD to Spearfish, SD is about 285.8 miles (459.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 237.1 miles (381.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 48m 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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City in and county sear of in Jackson County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gregory and Spearfish.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gregory and Spearfish.
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Start on East 6th Street
1291 ft · 1 min · East 6th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Park Avenue
1982 ft · 44 sec · Park Avenue
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Turn right onto US Highway 18
34.4 mi · 51 min · US Highway 18
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Turn right onto 307th Avenue
35.8 mi · 51 min · 307th Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1809 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
213.8 mi · 3 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jackson Boulevard, Black Hills State University
1541 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto East Jackson Boulevard
1 km · 2 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Main Street
45 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gregory and Spearfish.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
307th Avenue
Merge slight left
214 mi · 03h 26m
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 leaving Gregory and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spearfish.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gregory to Spearfish?
The road trip is about 285.8 miles (459.9 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Kadoka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.7 miles from Gregory and 143 miles from Spearfish.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 237.1 miles (381.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.7 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 8:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.01 one way or $76.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gregory and Spearfish, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gregory and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Spearfish.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gregory and Spearfish. Straight-line distance: 237.12 mi (381.61 km).
#1 Gregory
City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,250 |
| Coordinates | 43.2322200, -99.4303800 |
| Altitude | 661 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Spearfish
City in Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 11,900 |
| Coordinates | 44.4908200, -103.8593700 |
| Altitude | 1112 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.859247, 44.49086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 460 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 33m |
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 | $38.01 | $76.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.87 | $85.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $46.91 | $93.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $53.46 | $106.93 |
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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