How far is Mobridge, SD from Yankton, SD?

The driving distance from Mobridge, SD to Yankton, SD is about 323.4 miles (520.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 237.6 miles (382.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
323.34 mi
05h 20m
Flight
237.59 mi
382.36 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
237.59 mi
Kilometers
382.36 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Road route
323.34 mi
Kilometers
520.37 km
Drive Time
05h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 05h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Yankton
Thu, Apr 23, 6:13 AM CDT
Return by in Mobridge
Thu, Apr 23, 11:34 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Mobridge
2026-04-23T00:52
Arrive Yankton
Thu, Apr 23, 6:13 AM CDT
Route Timing
05h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:21 AM to 1:21 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:18 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Mobridge
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Reliance
SD

Town in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States

From Mobridge
175 mi
02h 40m
To Yankton
148.3 mi
02h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Thursday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 to 32 mph WSW
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 to 25 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    1.6 km · 2 min · North Euclid Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn left onto South Pierre Street

    564 ft · 14 sec · South Pierre Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West Sioux Avenue

    1.5 km · 1 min · West Sioux Avenue

  12. 12

    Continue on North Highway 83

    2600 ft · 36 sec · North Highway 83

  13. 13

    Continue on North Deadwood Street

    1.1 km · 46 sec · North Deadwood Street

  14. 14

    Continue on North 1st Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · North 1st Street

  15. 15

    Continue on South US Highway 83

    30.9 mi · 35 min · South US Highway 83

  16. 16

    Take the exit left

    1746 ft · 43 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left

    150.4 mi · 2 hr 21 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward US 81: Salem, Yankton

    1983 ft · 50 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto US Highway 81

    35.8 mi · 41 min · US Highway 81

  20. 20

    Continue on 291st Street

    1.3 km · 55 sec · 291st Street

  21. 21

    Continue on US Highway 81

    15.6 mi · 18 min · US Highway 81

  22. 22

    Continue on Broadway Avenue

    4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue

  23. 23

    Turn right onto West 4th Street

    15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
24 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South US Highway 83
182 mi · 56%
US Highway 83
66.9 mi · 21%
US Highway 81
51.5 mi · 16%
US Highway 12
22.1 mi · 7%
Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 1%
East Grand Crossing
1 mi
Longest Stretch

South US Highway 83

Merge slight left

150 mi · 02h 21m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
05h 20m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+85.8 mi
237.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Reliance
02h 40m from Mobridge
Leave By
6:18 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Mobridge and Chance Rain Showers near Yankton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 323.4 miles (520.4 km) and usually takes 05h 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?

Reliance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 175 miles from Mobridge and 148.3 miles from Yankton.

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

The direct path is about 237.6 miles (382.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 85.8 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 6:18 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.03 one way or $86.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Mobridge and Chance Rain Showers near Yankton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Mobridge and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 237.59 mi (382.36 km).

Mobridge

#1 Mobridge

City in South Dakota, United States of America

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

#2 Yankton

County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States

Population14,651
Coordinates42.8711100, -97.3972800
Altitude368
CountryUnited States
Start: 4th Avenue East (-100.428113, 45.537218)
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 520 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.41 gal
43.19 L · about $43.03
Round trip
$86.05
22.82 gal · 86.38 L
Estimated CO2
101.4 kg one way
Round trip: 202.8 kg / 447 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $43.03 $86.05
Mid-grade $4.25 $48.53 $97.05
Premium $4.65 $53.10 $106.20
Diesel $5.30 $60.52 $121.04

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Mobridge and Yankton. The current time is 00:52:46.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.