How far is Madison, SD from Pierre, SD?
The driving distance from Madison, SD to Pierre, SD is about 177.3 miles (285.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162.3 miles (261.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Beadle County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Pierre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Pierre.
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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
67.8 mi · 1 hr 17 min · West 14th Street
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Continue on North Highway 14
2.4 mi · 3 min · North Highway 14
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Continue on North Euclid Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · North Euclid Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Euclid Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Pierre.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
67.8 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Madison and Rain Showers near Pierre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Pierre?
The road trip is about 177.3 miles (285.4 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
Wolsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.7 miles from Madison and 80.7 miles from Pierre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.3 miles (261.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 10:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.61 one way or $47.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Madison and Rain Showers near Pierre.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Pierre. Straight-line distance: 162.31 mi (261.21 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 Pierre
Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County
| Population | 13,708 |
| Coordinates | 44.3683200, -100.3509700 |
| Altitude | 451 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 14 (-100.350889, 44.368274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $23.61 | $47.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.62 | $53.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.13 | $58.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.20 | $66.41 |
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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