How far is Madison, SD from Jefferson, SD?
The driving distance from Madison, SD to Jefferson, SD is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m 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 02h 06m.
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.
City in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Jefferson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Jefferson.
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Start on North Egan Avenue
117 m · 16 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
1126 ft · 23 sec · Northeast 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto Southeast 10th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southeast 10th Street
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Continue on SD Highway 34
13.1 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Southwest 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Southwest 3rd Street
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Continue on Southeast 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Southeast 3rd Street
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Continue on SD Highway 34
1.9 mi · 3 min · SD Highway 34
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Take the ramp right toward I 29: Sioux Falls
1592 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
99.7 mi · 1 hr 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jefferson
791 ft · 22 sec
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Turn left onto 330th Street
122 m · 8 sec · 330th Street
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Continue on West Dakota Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Dakota Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1163 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
17 m · 2 sec · South 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Jefferson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29
Merge slight left
99.7 mi · 01h 36m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Madison and Chance Rain Showers near Jefferson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Jefferson?
The road trip is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Tea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Madison and 60 miles from Jefferson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.99 one way or $31.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Madison and Chance Rain Showers near Jefferson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Jefferson. Straight-line distance: 100.91 mi (162.4 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 Jefferson
City in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,159 |
| Coordinates | 42.6025000, -96.5592000 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson (-96.5592, 42.6025)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.99 | $31.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.03 | $36.07 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.73 | $39.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.49 | $44.98 |
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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