How far is Mitchell, SD from Porcupine, SD?
The driving distance from Mitchell, SD to Porcupine, SD is about 290.7 miles (467.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 218 miles (350.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 43m 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 05h 21m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Jones County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mitchell and Porcupine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell and Porcupine.
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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
179.9 mi · 2 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 73 North: Kadoka
1657 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto SD Highway 73
1.2 mi · 2 min · SD Highway 73
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Continue on State Highway 73
44.6 mi · 52 min · State Highway 73
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Turn right
48.1 mi · 57 min
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Turn right onto Big Foot Trail
14.6 mi · 35 min · Big Foot Trail
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Turn right onto Main Street
38 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Eagle Drive
9 m · 1 sec · Eagle Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Eagle Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mitchell and Porcupine.
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
180 mi · 02h 49m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Mitchell and Rain Showers near Porcupine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mitchell to Porcupine?
The road trip is about 290.7 miles (467.9 km) and usually takes 05h 21m 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?
Okaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 145.1 miles from Mitchell and 145.6 miles from Porcupine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 218 miles (350.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 72.7 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 6:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.43 one way or $86.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mitchell and Porcupine, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Mitchell and Rain Showers near Porcupine.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mitchell and Porcupine. Straight-line distance: 218.06 mi (350.94 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 Porcupine
Situated on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in southwestern South Dakota, this census-designated place lies within Oglala Lakota County at an elevation of 3,192 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.2397100, -102.3309900 |
| Altitude | 973 |
| Country | United States |
End: Porcupine (-102.33099, 43.23971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 468 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 37m |
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 | $4.23 | $43.43 | $86.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $45.75 | $91.50 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $51.82 | $103.65 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $61.64 | $123.28 |
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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