How far is Mobridge, SD from Pierre, SD?

The driving distance from Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD is about 108.2 miles (174.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
108.27 mi
01h 51m
Flight
80.85 mi
130.12 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
80.85 mi
Kilometers
130.12 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
108.27 mi
Kilometers
174.24 km
Drive Time
01h 51m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pierre
Sat, Apr 18, 12:25 AM CDT
Return by in Mobridge
Sat, Apr 18, 2:17 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Mobridge
2026-04-17T22:34
Arrive Pierre
Sat, Apr 18, 12:25 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:52 AM to 11:52 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:46 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Mobridge
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Gettysburg
SD

Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America

From Mobridge
54.1 mi
00h 55m
To Pierre
54.2 mi
00h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
44°F
Friday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
24 mph NW
Destination
48°F
Friday

Chance Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 26 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Mobridge and Pierre.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mobridge and Pierre.

  1. 1

    Start on 4th Avenue East

    22 m · 5 sec · 4th Avenue East

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Grand Crossing

    1 mi · 1 min · East Grand Crossing

  3. 3

    Continue on US Highway 12

    18.5 mi · 21 min · US Highway 12

  4. 4

    Continue on Highway 12 & 83

    1.5 km · 1 min · Highway 12 & 83

  5. 5

    Continue on US Highway 12

    3.6 mi · 4 min · US Highway 12

  6. 6

    Turn right onto US Highway 83

    30.7 mi · 35 min · US Highway 83

  7. 7

    Continue on US Highway 83

    36.2 mi · 41 min · US Highway 83

  8. 8

    Turn right

    16.4 mi · 19 min

  9. 9

    Continue on North Euclid Avenue

    1.4 km · 1 min · North Euclid Avenue

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Euclid Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Mobridge and Pierre.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 83
66.9 mi · 62%
US Highway 12
22.1 mi · 20%
East Grand Crossing
1 mi · 1%
Highway 12 & 83
0.95 mi · 1%
North Euclid Avenue
0.88 mi · 1%
4th Avenue East
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

US Highway 83

Continue on US Highway 83

36.2 mi · 00h 41m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.4 mi
80.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gettysburg
00h 55m from Mobridge
Leave By
2:46 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Showers Likely leaving Mobridge and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Pierre.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Mobridge to Pierre?

The road trip is about 108.2 miles (174.2 km) and usually takes 01h 51m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Gettysburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Mobridge and 54.2 miles from Pierre.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:46 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.41 one way or $28.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers Likely around Mobridge and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Pierre.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Mobridge and Pierre. Straight-line distance: 80.85 mi (130.12 km).

Mobridge

#1 Mobridge

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population3,373
Coordinates45.5372200, -100.4279100
Altitude506
CountryUnited States
Pierre

#2 Pierre

Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County

Population13,708
Coordinates44.3683200, -100.3509700
Altitude451
CountryUnited States
Start: 4th Avenue East (-100.428113, 45.537218)
End: US 14 (-100.350889, 44.368274)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 174 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.82 gal
14.46 L · about $14.41
Round trip
$28.81
7.64 gal · 28.92 L
Estimated CO2
33.9 kg one way
Round trip: 67.9 kg / 150 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $14.41 $28.81
Mid-grade $4.25 $16.25 $32.49
Premium $4.65 $17.78 $35.56
Diesel $5.30 $20.26 $40.52

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Mobridge and Pierre. The current time is 22:34:00.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.