How far is Milbank, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Milbank, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 406.7 miles (654.5 km), with a travel time of about 07h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 341.4 miles (549.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 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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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 05m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Brule County, South Dakota
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milbank and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milbank and Sturgis.
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Start on East 4th Avenue
1333 ft · 27 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto South Dakota Street
1.6 km · 1 min · South Dakota Street
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Continue on SD Highway 15
18.8 mi · 28 min · SD Highway 15
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Turn right onto US Highway 212
4.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto SD Highway 15
9.1 mi · 13 min · SD Highway 15
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Continue on 3rd Avenue North
1.1 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue North
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Continue on SD Highway 15
11.9 mi · 14 min · SD Highway 15
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Turn right onto SD Highway 28
4 mi · 6 min · SD Highway 28
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Take the ramp left
1569 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
66.1 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 90 West: Rapid City
2517 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
363.7 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Milbank and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Interstate 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Milbank and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milbank to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 406.7 miles (654.5 km) and usually takes 07h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pukwana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 241.1 miles from Milbank and 165.6 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 341.4 miles (549.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.3 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.11 one way or $108.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 127.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Milbank and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Milbank and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milbank and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 341.4 mi (549.43 km).
#1 Milbank
City in and county seat of Grand County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,066 |
| Coordinates | 45.2191300, -96.6356200 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 654 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $54.11 | $108.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $61.03 | $122.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $66.78 | $133.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $76.11 | $152.22 |
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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