How far is North Eagle Butte, SD from Madison, SD?
The driving distance from North Eagle Butte, SD to Madison, SD is about 267.4 miles (430.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 214.4 miles (345 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Hand County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Eagle Butte and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Eagle Butte and Madison.
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Start on A Street
86 m · 14 sec · A Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1387 ft · 42 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto US Highway 212
64.8 mi · 1 hr 36 min · US Highway 212
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Turn right onto US Highway 83
35.3 mi · 40 min · US Highway 83
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Turn left
53.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.3 km · 1 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
25.2 mi · 29 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
12.2 mi · 14 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto Dakota Avenue North
5 mi · 6 min · Dakota Avenue North
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Continue on SD Highway 37
16.8 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto SD Highway 34
54.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Northwest 2nd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Egan Avenue
117 m · 13 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Egan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Eagle Butte and Madison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 212
Turn right onto US Highway 212
64.8 mi · 01h 36m
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 North Eagle Butte and Chance Snow Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Eagle Butte to Madison?
The road trip is about 267.4 miles (430.3 km) and usually takes 04h 46m 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?
Ree Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.2 miles from North Eagle Butte and 129.2 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 214.4 miles (345 km), while the road route adds roughly 53 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.56 one way or $71.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between North Eagle Butte and Madison, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North Eagle Butte and Chance Snow Showers near Madison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Eagle Butte and Madison. Straight-line distance: 214.37 mi (345 km).
#1 North Eagle Butte
Census designated place in Dewey County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,954 |
| Coordinates | 45.0041500, -101.2337600 |
| Altitude | 734 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Lake County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,064 |
| Coordinates | 44.0060800, -97.1139500 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street Northeast (-97.113951, 44.006124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 430 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $35.56 | $71.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.11 | $80.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.89 | $87.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $50.02 | $100.03 |
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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