How far is Harrisburg, SD from Mission, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Mission, SD is about 266.6 miles (429.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 199.1 miles (320.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 54m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 27m.
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.
City in Brule County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Mission.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Mission.
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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
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
203.5 mi · 3 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, US 83 South: Murdo, White River
1623 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
42.2 mi · 48 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on 2nd Street
1.2 km · 55 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Mission.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
203 mi · 03h 11m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Chance Light Rain near Mission.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Mission?
The road trip is about 266.6 miles (429.1 km) and usually takes 04h 27m 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?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 133.1 miles from Harrisburg and 133.6 miles from Mission.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 199.1 miles (320.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.5 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 8:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.49 one way or $70.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Chance Light Rain near Mission.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Mission. Straight-line distance: 199.12 mi (320.45 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 Mission
City in Todd County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,269 |
| Coordinates | 43.3058400, -100.6581900 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mission (-100.65819, 43.30584)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 429 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 19m |
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 | $35.49 | $70.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.02 | $80.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.79 | $87.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.91 | $99.82 |
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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