How far is Harrisburg, SD from Beresford, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Beresford, SD is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Lincoln 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 Harrisburg and Beresford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Beresford.
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Start on East Willow Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Willow Street
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Turn left onto SD Highway 115
3 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 115
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Turn right onto 276th Street
3.6 mi · 5 min · 276th Street
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Take the ramp left
2259 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
1690 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Cedar Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1148 ft · 37 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
35 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Beresford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
276th Street
Merge slight left
20.3 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Harrisburg and Sunny near Beresford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Beresford?
The road trip is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Worthing is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Harrisburg and 15.3 miles from Beresford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.07 one way or $8.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Harrisburg and Sunny near Beresford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Beresford. Straight-line distance: 24.54 mi (39.5 km).
#1 Harrisburg
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 7,126 |
| Coordinates | 43.4313700, -96.6972700 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beresford
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.0805400, -96.7736600 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beresford (-96.77366, 43.08054)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
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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