How far is Harrisburg, SD from Britton, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Britton, SD is about 206.5 miles (332.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.1 miles (275.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 27m 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 43m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Hamlin County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Britton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Britton.
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Start on East Willow Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Willow Street
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Continue on 273rd Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · 273rd Street
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Take the ramp right
1644 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
160 mi · 2 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 10: Sisseton, Browns Valley
1767 ft · 50 sec
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Turn sharp left onto SD Highway 10
2.8 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 10
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Hickory Street
36 m · 2 sec · East Hickory Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Hickory Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Hickory Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward SD Highway 10
34 m · 2 sec · SD Highway 10
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Exit the roundabout onto SD Highway 10
36.6 mi · 54 min · SD Highway 10
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Continue on Vander Horck Street
2643 ft · 47 sec · Vander Horck Street
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Turn right onto Main Avenue
37 m · 3 sec · Main Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Britton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
273rd Street
Merge slight left
160 mi · 02h 33m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Partly Cloudy near Britton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Britton?
The road trip is about 206.5 miles (332.3 km) and usually takes 03h 43m 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?
Castlewood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.2 miles from Harrisburg and 103.3 miles from Britton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.1 miles (275.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 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 9:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.49 one way or $54.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Partly Cloudy near Britton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Britton. Straight-line distance: 171.11 mi (275.38 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 Britton
City in and county seat of Marshall County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,256 |
| Coordinates | 45.7916200, -97.7509400 |
| Altitude | 414 |
| Country | United States |
End: Britton (-97.75094, 45.79162)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 332 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $27.49 | $54.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.00 | $62.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.93 | $67.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.67 | $77.33 |
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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