How far is Madison, SD from Gettysburg, SD?
The driving distance from Madison, SD to Gettysburg, SD is about 218 miles (350.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Township in Beadle County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Snow Showers
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Gettysburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Gettysburg.
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Start on North Egan Avenue
117 m · 20 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Turn left onto Northwest 2nd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Continue on SD Highway 34
54.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min · SD Highway 34
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Turn right onto SD Highway 37
16.8 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 37
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Continue on Dakota Avenue South
5 mi · 6 min · Dakota Avenue South
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Turn left
12.2 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto US Highway 281
2.1 mi · 2 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Commercial Avenue
4.5 mi · 5 min · Commercial Avenue
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
25.2 mi · 29 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.3 km · 1 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto West 14th Street
53.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min · West 14th Street
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Take the exit slight right
100 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left
36.1 mi · 41 min
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Continue on US Highway 212
4.4 mi · 7 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on West Garfield Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Garfield Avenue
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Turn right onto North Exene Street
691 ft · 30 sec · North Exene Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Exene Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Gettysburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
SD Highway 34
Continue on SD Highway 34
54.7 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Madison and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Gettysburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Gettysburg?
The road trip is about 218 miles (350.8 km) and usually takes 04h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wessington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.8 miles from Madison and 109.2 miles from Gettysburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.7 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.00 one way or $58.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Madison and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Gettysburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Gettysburg. Straight-line distance: 156.3 mi (251.54 km).
#1 Madison
City in Lake County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,064 |
| Coordinates | 44.0060800, -97.1139500 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gettysburg
Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,085 |
| Coordinates | 45.0116500, -99.9556700 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gettysburg (-99.95567, 45.01165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 351 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $29.00 | $58.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.71 | $65.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.79 | $71.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.79 | $81.58 |
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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