How far is Jefferson, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Jefferson, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 441 miles (709.7 km), with a travel time of about 06h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 369.8 miles (595.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 12m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Town in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson and Sturgis.
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Start on South 3rd Street
17 m · 8 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1163 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Dakota Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Dakota Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1219 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
74.4 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
364.1 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jefferson and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Jefferson and Sunny near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jefferson to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 441 miles (709.7 km) and usually takes 06h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Reliance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 220.3 miles from Jefferson and 220.8 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 369.8 miles (595.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 71.2 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.68 one way or $117.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 138.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Jefferson and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jefferson and Sunny near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 369.85 mi (595.21 km).
#1 Jefferson
City in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,159 |
| Coordinates | 42.6025000, -96.5592000 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 710 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $58.68 | $117.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $66.18 | $132.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $72.42 | $144.83 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $82.53 | $165.06 |
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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