How far is Madison, SD from Tea, SD?
The driving distance from Madison, SD to Tea, SD is about 58 miles (93.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 00h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Tea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Tea.
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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
35.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 106: Tea
1237 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
91 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto East Gateway Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · East Gateway Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Heritage Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · North Heritage Parkway
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
2552 ft · 51 sec · East 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Tea.
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
35.8 mi · 00h 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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Madison and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Tea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Tea?
The road trip is about 58 miles (93.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Dell Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from Madison and 29 miles from Tea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.73 one way or $15.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Madison and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Tea.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Tea. Straight-line distance: 41.09 mi (66.13 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 Tea
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 6,405 |
| Coordinates | 43.4463700, -96.8358800 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 1st Street (-96.83588, 43.446483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
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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