How far is Mitchell, SD from Hot Springs, SD?
The driving distance from Mitchell, SD to Hot Springs, SD is about 329 miles (529.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 273.2 miles (439.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 53m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town 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 Mitchell and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell and Hot Springs.
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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
268.4 mi · 4 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 16 Truck, ND 79 South: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
869 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on North Elk Vale Road
5.3 mi · 7 min · North Elk Vale Road
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Take the exit slight left
47.9 mi · 54 min
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Turn right onto Fall River Road
4 mi · 5 min · Fall River Road
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Continue on Jensen Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Jensen Highway
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Continue on South Chicago Street
1817 ft · 33 sec · South Chicago Street
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Turn right onto University Avenue
64 m · 14 sec · University Avenue
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Turn left
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mitchell and Hot Springs.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South Ohlman Street
Take the exit slight right
268 mi · 04h 13m
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.
Sunny leaving Mitchell and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mitchell to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 329 miles (529.5 km) and usually takes 05h 26m 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?
Belvidere is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164.2 miles from Mitchell and 164.8 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 273.2 miles (439.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.8 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 6:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.78 one way or $87.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 103.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mitchell and Hot Springs, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mitchell and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mitchell and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 273.18 mi (439.64 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 Hot Springs
City in Fall River County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,502 |
| Coordinates | 43.4316500, -103.4743600 |
| Altitude | 1051 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hot Springs (-103.47436, 43.43165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 530 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 06m |
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 | $43.78 | $87.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $49.38 | $98.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $54.03 | $108.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $61.58 | $123.16 |
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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