How far is Harrisburg, SD from Wagner, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Wagner, SD is about 105.1 miles (169.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.9 miles (135 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 28m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Wagner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Wagner.
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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
57.3 mi · 1 hr 14 min · SD Highway 46
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Turn left onto Main Avenue South
653 ft · 23 sec · Main Avenue South
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Turn left onto 2nd Street Southeast
31 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Wagner.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 46
Continue on SD Highway 46
57.3 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Wagner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Wagner?
The road trip is about 105.1 miles (169.1 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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 52.4 miles from Harrisburg and 52.6 miles from Wagner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 2:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.99 one way or $27.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Wagner.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Wagner. Straight-line distance: 83.9 mi (135.02 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 Wagner
City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,537 |
| Coordinates | 43.0797200, -98.2931300 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wagner (-98.29313, 43.07972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.78 | $31.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.68 | $39.36 |
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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