How far is Mitchell, SD from Blackhawk, SD?
The driving distance from Mitchell, SD to Blackhawk, SD is about 281.4 miles (452.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 264.3 miles (425.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 03m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 31m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Jones County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mitchell and Blackhawk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell and Blackhawk.
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Start on West 1st Avenue
10 m · 5 sec · West 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto South Sanborn Boulevard
2494 ft · 1 min · South Sanborn Boulevard
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Turn right onto West Havens Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · West Havens Avenue
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Turn left onto South Ohlman Street
3159 ft · 1 min · South Ohlman Street
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Take the exit slight right
273 mi · 4 hr 19 min
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Continue straight
5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Black Hawk
2356 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Peaceful Pines Road
1991 ft · 34 sec · Peaceful Pines Road
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Turn slight left
155 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Sturgis Road
2172 ft · 43 sec · Sturgis Road
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Continue on Sturgis Road
778 ft · 17 sec · Sturgis Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sturgis Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mitchell and Blackhawk.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Ohlman Street
Take the exit slight right
273 mi · 04h 19m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mitchell and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Blackhawk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mitchell to Blackhawk?
The road trip is about 281.4 miles (452.8 km) and usually takes 04h 31m 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?
Murdo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.4 miles from Mitchell and 141 miles from Blackhawk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 264.3 miles (425.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.45 one way or $74.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mitchell and Blackhawk, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mitchell and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Blackhawk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mitchell and Blackhawk. Straight-line distance: 264.36 mi (425.45 km).
#1 Mitchell
City in and county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 15,697 |
| Coordinates | 43.7094300, -98.0298000 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackhawk
Census-designated place in Meade County, South Dakota
| Population | 2,892 |
| Coordinates | 44.1511000, -103.3079600 |
| Altitude | 1065 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackhawk (-103.30796, 44.1511)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 453 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 30m |
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 | $37.45 | $74.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.23 | $84.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $46.21 | $92.43 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.67 | $105.34 |
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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