How far is Mitchell, SD from Rapid Valley, SD?
The driving distance from Mitchell, SD to Rapid Valley, SD is about 274.1 miles (441.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 255.9 miles (411.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 51m 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 25m.
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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 Rapid Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell and Rapid Valley.
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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
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Elk Vale Road
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Turn left onto Concourse Drive
1148 ft · 38 sec · Concourse Drive
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Turn left onto Twilight Drive
2441 ft · 1 min · Twilight Drive
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Turn right onto Peanut Lane
703 ft · 33 sec · Peanut Lane
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Turn right onto Sweetbriar Street
1311 ft · 58 sec · Sweetbriar Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sweetbriar Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mitchell and Rapid Valley.
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
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mitchell to Rapid Valley?
The road trip is about 274.1 miles (441.2 km) and usually takes 04h 25m 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 136.8 miles from Mitchell and 137.4 miles from Rapid Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 255.9 miles (411.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 8:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.47 one way or $72.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mitchell and Rapid Valley, 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 Likely near Rapid Valley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mitchell and Rapid Valley. Straight-line distance: 255.91 mi (411.85 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 Rapid Valley
Census-designated place in Pennington County, South Dakota
| Population | 8,260 |
| Coordinates | 44.0624900, -103.1462900 |
| Altitude | 962 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rapid Valley (-103.14629, 44.06249)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 441 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 25m |
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 | $36.47 | $72.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.13 | $82.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.00 | $90.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $51.29 | $102.58 |
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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