How far is Lennox, SD from Mitchell, SD?
The driving distance from Lennox, SD to Mitchell, SD is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in McCook County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lennox and Mitchell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lennox and Mitchell.
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Start on West 2nd Avenue
21 m · 9 sec · West 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1925 ft · 55 sec · South Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Boynton Avenue
1576 ft · 49 sec · East Boynton Avenue
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Turn left onto North Pine Street
855 ft · 17 sec · North Pine Street
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Continue on SD Highway 17
9.6 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 17
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Continue on 466th Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · 466th Avenue
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Turn left onto 265th Street
3 mi · 5 min · 265th Street
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Turn right onto 463rd Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · 463rd Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left
1832 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
54.7 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mitchell
1406 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right
56 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto South Burr Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Burr Street
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Turn left onto East Havens Avenue
2763 ft · 1 min · East Havens Avenue
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Turn slight right
79 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto South Sanborn Boulevard
2494 ft · 1 min · South Sanborn Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lennox and Mitchell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
463rd Avenue
Merge slight left
54.7 mi · 00h 51m
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 then Sunny leaving Lennox and Mostly Sunny near Mitchell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lennox to Mitchell?
The road trip is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Canistota is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39 miles from Lennox and 39.1 miles from Mitchell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.41 one way or $20.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Lennox and Mostly Sunny near Mitchell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lennox and Mitchell. Straight-line distance: 62.06 mi (99.87 km).
#1 Lennox
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,500 |
| Coordinates | 43.3541500, -96.8920000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mitchell
City in and county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 15,697 |
| Coordinates | 43.7094300, -98.0298000 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 1st Avenue (-98.0298, 43.709412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.85 | $25.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
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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