How far is Harrisburg, SD from Springfield, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Springfield, SD is about 100.8 miles (162.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Clay, Turner, and Yankton counties in 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 Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Springfield.
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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 · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Cedar Street
2190 ft · 37 sec · West Cedar Street
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Continue on SD Highway 46
17.5 mi · 26 min · SD Highway 46
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Continue on East Main Street
3227 ft · 55 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on SD Highway 46
11.9 mi · 18 min · SD Highway 46
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Turn left onto US Highway 81
10 mi · 11 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
2 mi · 2 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West 31st Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West 31st Street
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Continue on SD Highway 50
11.6 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 50
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Turn left onto SD Highway 52
12.3 mi · 22 min · SD Highway 52
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Turn left onto SD Highway 37
2.9 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Turn slight right
1317 ft · 36 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Springfield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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 comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Harrisburg and Mostly Sunny near Springfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Springfield?
The road trip is about 100.8 miles (162.2 km) and usually takes 02h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Irene is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.3 miles from Harrisburg and 50.5 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Harrisburg and Mostly Sunny near Springfield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 72.46 mi (116.61 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 Springfield
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.8541700, -97.8972900 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: Springfield (-97.89729, 42.85417)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.14 | $30.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
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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