How far is Harrisburg, SD from Yankton, SD?
The driving distance from Harrisburg, SD to Yankton, SD is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 01h 17m.
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.
Township in Brown County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harrisburg and Yankton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg and Yankton.
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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
41 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 50: Vermillion, Yankton
755 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SD 50: Vermillion, Yankton
142 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto SD Highway 50
28.8 mi · 33 min · SD Highway 50
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Continue on East 4th Street
3.8 mi · 4 min · East 4th Street
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Continue on West 4th Street
1391 ft · 26 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harrisburg and Yankton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
276th Street
Merge slight left
41 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Harrisburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yankton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrisburg to Yankton?
The road trip is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Greenfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Harrisburg and 41.3 miles from Yankton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.2 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.97 one way or $21.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Harrisburg and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Yankton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrisburg and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 52.38 mi (84.29 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 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.38 | $24.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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