How far is Gregory, SD from Yankton, SD?

The driving distance from Gregory, SD to Yankton, SD is about 121.2 miles (195.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 105.6 miles (170 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
121.25 mi
02h 06m
Flight
105.63 mi
170 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
105.63 mi
Kilometers
170 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
121.25 mi
Kilometers
195.13 km
Drive Time
02h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Yankton
Wed, Apr 22, 11:57 PM CDT
Return by in Gregory
Thu, Apr 23, 2:03 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gregory
2026-04-22T21:50
Arrive Yankton
Wed, Apr 22, 11:57 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:06 AM to 12:06 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gregory
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Wagner
SD

City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States

From Gregory
63.5 mi
01h 03m
To Yankton
57.8 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 30 mph S
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gregory and Yankton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gregory and Yankton.

  1. 1

    Start on East 6th Street

    34 m · 10 sec · East 6th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Main Street

    2206 ft · 2 min · Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn left

    33.3 mi · 41 min

  4. 4

    Turn straight

    1740 ft · 23 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    21.1 mi · 25 min

  6. 6

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    57.4 mi · 1 hr 14 min · SD Highway 46

  7. 7

    Turn right onto US Highway 81

    10 mi · 11 min · US Highway 81

  8. 8

    Continue on Broadway Avenue

    4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto West 4th Street

    15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gregory and Yankton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
10 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SD Highway 46
57.4 mi · 47%
Main Street
21.6 mi · 18%
US Highway 81
10 mi · 8%
Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 4%
East 6th Street
0.02 mi
West 4th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

SD Highway 46

Continue on SD Highway 46

57.4 mi · 01h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.6 mi
105.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wagner
01h 03m from Gregory
Leave By
2:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Gregory and Sunny near Yankton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gregory to Yankton?

The road trip is about 121.2 miles (195.1 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?

Wagner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.5 miles from Gregory and 57.8 miles from Yankton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 105.6 miles (170 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 2:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.14 one way or $32.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gregory and Sunny near Yankton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gregory and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 105.63 mi (170 km).

Gregory

#1 Gregory

City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,250
Coordinates43.2322200, -99.4303800
Altitude661
CountryUnited States
Yankton

#2 Yankton

County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States

Population14,651
Coordinates42.8711100, -97.3972800
Altitude368
CountryUnited States
Start: East 6th Street (-99.43038, 43.232221)
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 195 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 25m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.28 gal
16.2 L · about $16.14
Round trip
$32.28
8.56 gal · 32.4 L
Estimated CO2
38 kg one way
Round trip: 76.1 kg / 168 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $16.14 $32.28
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.20 $36.41
Premium $4.65 $19.92 $39.84
Diesel $5.30 $22.70 $45.40

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Gregory and Yankton. The current time is 21:50:52.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.