How far is Marion, SD from Chancellor, SD?
The driving distance from Marion, SD to Chancellor, SD is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.2 miles (22.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 24m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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 Marion and Chancellor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Chancellor.
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Start on North Broadway Avenue
1 km · 2 min · North Broadway Avenue
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Continue on 447th Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · 447th Avenue
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Turn left onto SD Highway 44
6 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 44
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Continue on West 4th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto SD Highway 19
2.9 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 19
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Turn left onto SD Highway 44
4.8 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 44
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Turn right onto South Main Street
153 m · 14 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and Chancellor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
SD Highway 44
Turn left onto SD Highway 44
6.02 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Marion and Sunny near Chancellor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Chancellor?
The road trip is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Parker is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.1 miles from Marion and 8.1 miles from Chancellor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.2 miles (22.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.43 one way or $4.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Marion and Sunny near Chancellor.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and Chancellor. Straight-line distance: 14.18 mi (22.82 km).
#1 Marion
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 193 |
| Coordinates | 43.4230400, -97.2606200 |
| Altitude | 442 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chancellor
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 263 |
| Coordinates | 43.3722000, -96.9870000 |
| Altitude | 415 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chancellor (-96.987, 43.3722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.27 | $2.43 | $4.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.49 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| Premium | $5.07 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
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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