How far is Harrisburg, SD from Tea, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Tea, SD is about 8 miles (12.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Lincoln 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 Tea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Tea.
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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
4.7 mi · 8 min · 273rd Street
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Turn right onto 469th Avenue
2636 ft · 53 sec · 469th Avenue
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Continue on South Heritage Parkway
2649 ft · 58 sec · South Heritage Parkway
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2552 ft · 51 sec · East 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Tea.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
273rd Street
Continue on 273rd Street
4.72 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Harrisburg and Sunny near Tea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Tea?
The road trip is about 8 miles (12.8 km) and usually takes 00h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Worthing is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from Harrisburg and 4 miles from Tea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.06 one way or $2.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Harrisburg and Sunny near Tea.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Tea. Straight-line distance: 7.03 mi (11.31 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 Tea
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 6,405 |
| Coordinates | 43.4463700, -96.8358800 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 1st Street (-96.83588, 43.446483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.06 | $2.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.19 | $2.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.30 | $2.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.49 | $2.97 |
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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