How far is Harrisburg, SD from Gregory, SD?

The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Gregory, SD is about 172.2 miles (277.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 19m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
172.2 mi
03h 39m
Flight
138.04 mi
222.16 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138.04 mi
Kilometers
222.16 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
172.2 mi
Kilometers
277.13 km
Drive Time
03h 39m

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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 03h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Gregory
Thu, Apr 16, 2:58 AM CDT
Return by in Harrisburg
Thu, Apr 16, 6:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Harrisburg
2026-04-15T23:18
Arrive Gregory
Thu, Apr 16, 2:58 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:40 AM to 11:40 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:40 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Harrisburg
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Tyndall
SD

City in and county seat of Bon Homme County, South Dakota, United States

From Harrisburg
85.9 mi
01h 49m
To Gregory
86.2 mi
01h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Today

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 9:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph ENE
Destination
73°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 7:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East Willow Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · East Willow Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto SD Highway 115

    3 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 115

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 276th Street

    3.6 mi · 5 min · 276th Street

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    2259 ft · 55 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 19 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right

    1690 ft · 43 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto West Cedar Street

    2190 ft · 37 sec · West Cedar Street

  8. 8

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    17.5 mi · 26 min · SD Highway 46

  9. 9

    Continue on East Main Street

    3227 ft · 55 sec · East Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    69.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min · SD Highway 46

  11. 11

    Continue on East US Highway 18

    21 mi · 25 min · East US Highway 18

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    33.7 mi · 42 min

  13. 13

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    2206 ft · 2 min · South Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto East 6th Street

    34 m · 5 sec · East 6th Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street

Car Route Details

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

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
15 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SD Highway 46
86.8 mi · 50%
East US Highway 18
54.7 mi · 32%
276th Street
24.6 mi · 14%
SD Highway 115
3.02 mi · 2%
East Willow Street
1.53 mi · 1%
East Main Street
0.61 mi
Longest Stretch

SD Highway 46

Continue on SD Highway 46

69.3 mi · 01h 32m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 39m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.1 mi
138.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tyndall
01h 49m from Harrisburg
Leave By
9:40 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Mostly Sunny near Gregory.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 172.2 miles (277.1 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?

Tyndall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.9 miles from Harrisburg and 86.2 miles from Gregory.

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

The direct path is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:40 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.93 one way or $45.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Mostly Sunny near Gregory.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Gregory. Straight-line distance: 138.04 mi (222.16 km).

Harrisburg

#1 Harrisburg

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population7,126
Coordinates43.4313700, -96.6972700
Altitude435
CountryUnited States
Gregory

#2 Gregory

City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,250
Coordinates43.2322200, -99.4303800
Altitude661
CountryUnited States
Start: Harrisburg (-96.69727, 43.43137)
End: Gregory (-99.43038, 43.23222)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 277 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.08 gal
23 L · about $22.93
Round trip
$45.86
12.16 gal · 46 L
Estimated CO2
54 kg one way
Round trip: 108.1 kg / 238 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $22.93 $45.86
Mid-grade $4.25 $25.86 $51.72
Premium $4.65 $28.30 $56.59
Diesel $5.30 $32.25 $64.50

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Harrisburg and Gregory. The current time is 23:18:38.

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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.