How far is Harrisburg, SD from Webster, SD?

The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Webster, SD is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
164.74 mi
02h 46m
Flight
137.47 mi
221.24 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
137.47 mi
Kilometers
221.24 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
164.74 mi
Kilometers
265.12 km
Drive Time
02h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Webster
Thu, Apr 23, 4:34 AM CDT
Return by in Harrisburg
Thu, Apr 23, 7:21 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Harrisburg
2026-04-23T01:47
Arrive Webster
Thu, Apr 23, 4:34 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:47 AM to 12:47 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Harrisburg
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Toronto
SD

Town in South Dakota, United States of America

From Harrisburg
82.3 mi
01h 23m
To Webster
82.4 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 to 30 mph SSW
Destination
70°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 26 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Webster.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Webster.

  1. 1

    Start on East Willow Street

    1.8 mi · 3 min · East Willow Street

  2. 2

    Continue on 273rd Street

    3.2 mi · 6 min · 273rd Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    1644 ft · 40 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    135.3 mi · 2 hr 9 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 12: Aberdeen, Milbank

    1264 ft · 34 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto US Highway 12

    22.9 mi · 26 min · US Highway 12

  7. 7

    Continue on East Highway 12

    2636 ft · 40 sec · East Highway 12

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Main Street

    3202 ft · 47 sec · Main Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto East 7th Avenue

    4 m · 1 sec · East 7th Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Webster.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
273rd Street
139 mi · 84%
US Highway 12
22.9 mi · 14%
East Willow Street
1.78 mi · 1%
Main Street
0.61 mi
East Highway 12
0.5 mi
US 12
0.24 mi
Longest Stretch

273rd Street

Merge slight left

135 mi · 02h 09m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.3 mi
137.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Toronto
01h 23m from Harrisburg
Leave By
12:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Webster.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Webster?

The road trip is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?

Toronto is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.3 miles from Harrisburg and 82.4 miles from Webster.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.3 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 12:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.91 one way or $43.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Harrisburg and Chance Rain Showers near Webster.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Webster. Straight-line distance: 137.47 mi (221.24 km).

Harrisburg

#1 Harrisburg

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population7,126
Coordinates43.4313700, -96.6972700
Altitude435
CountryUnited States
Webster

#2 Webster

City in and county seat of Day County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,694
Coordinates45.3321800, -97.5200900
Altitude566
CountryUnited States
Start: Harrisburg (-96.69727, 43.43137)
End: Webster (-97.52009, 45.33218)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 265 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.81 gal
22 L · about $21.91
Round trip
$43.82
11.62 gal · 44 L
Estimated CO2
51.6 kg one way
Round trip: 103.3 kg / 228 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $21.91 $43.82
Mid-grade $4.25 $24.71 $49.42
Premium $4.65 $27.04 $54.08
Diesel $5.30 $30.82 $61.63

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Harrisburg and Webster. The current time is 01:47:43.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.