How far is Mitchell, SD from Milbank, SD?
The driving distance from Mitchell, SD to Milbank, SD is about 183.9 miles (296 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.9 miles (201 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 20m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Perkins County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mitchell and Milbank.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell and Milbank.
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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
2659 ft · 1 min · South Sanborn Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Havens Avenue
2939 ft · 1 min · West Havens Avenue
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Turn right onto South Burr Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Burr Street
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Take the ramp slight left
64.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29: Fargo
1129 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
66.5 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North SD 15, SD 28: Toronto, Estelline
1344 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto SD Highway 28
3.9 mi · 6 min · SD Highway 28
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Turn left onto SD Highway 15
11.9 mi · 14 min · SD Highway 15
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Continue on 3rd Avenue South
1.1 mi · 2 min · 3rd Avenue South
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Continue on SD Highway 15
9.1 mi · 14 min · SD Highway 15
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 212
4.8 mi · 7 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto SD Highway 15
18.8 mi · 28 min · SD Highway 15
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Continue on South Dakota Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Dakota Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1333 ft · 19 sec · West 4th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mitchell and Milbank.
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
66.5 mi · 01h 03m
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 Patchy Fog near Milbank.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mitchell to Milbank?
The road trip is about 183.9 miles (296 km) and usually takes 03h 20m 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?
Lone Tree is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.9 miles from Mitchell and 92 miles from Milbank.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.9 miles (201 km), while the road route adds roughly 59 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 10:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.47 one way or $48.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mitchell and Patchy Fog near Milbank.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mitchell and Milbank. Straight-line distance: 124.92 mi (201.04 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 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 |
End: Milbank (-96.63562, 45.21913)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.47 | $48.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.60 | $55.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.20 | $60.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.42 | $68.85 |
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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