How far is Harrisburg, SD from Oglala, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Oglala, SD is about 382.9 miles (616.2 km), with a travel time of about 06h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 304.2 miles (489.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 42m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Oglala.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Oglala.
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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
245.9 mi · 3 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 73 North: Kadoka
1657 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto SD Highway 73
1.2 mi · 2 min · SD Highway 73
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Continue on State Highway 73
44.6 mi · 52 min · State Highway 73
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Turn right
57.4 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Continue straight
15.3 mi · 23 min
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Turn right
57 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Oglada 3
44 m · 11 sec · Oglada 3
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oglada 3
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Oglala.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
246 mi · 03h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Oglala.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Oglala?
The road trip is about 382.9 miles (616.2 km) and usually takes 06h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 191.1 miles from Harrisburg and 191.8 miles from Oglala.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 304.2 miles (489.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 78.7 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $50.95 one way or $101.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 120.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Harrisburg and Oglala, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Oglala.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Oglala. Straight-line distance: 304.18 mi (489.53 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 Oglala
Census-designated place in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,290 |
| Coordinates | 43.1885900, -102.7396200 |
| Altitude | 915 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oglala (-102.73962, 43.18859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 616 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 46m |
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 | $50.95 | $101.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $57.46 | $114.92 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $62.88 | $125.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $71.66 | $143.31 |
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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