How far is Oglala, SD from Yankton, SD?
The driving distance from Oglala, SD to Yankton, SD is about 309.7 miles (498.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 270.7 miles (435.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 56m 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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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 28m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oglala and Yankton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oglala and Yankton.
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Start on Oglada 3
101 m · 22 sec · Oglada 3
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Turn left
15.3 mi · 23 min
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Continue on State Highway 407
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 407
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Continue on Whiteclay Road
1660 ft · 26 sec · Whiteclay Road
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Continue on State Highway 407
1.2 km · 1 min · State Highway 407
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Continue on State Highway 87
15.3 mi · 18 min · State Highway 87
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Turn left onto 650 Road
11 mi · 17 min · 650 Road
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Turn right onto 230 Lane
922 ft · 23 sec · 230 Lane
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Turn sharp left onto US Highway 20
94 mi · 1 hr 51 min · US Highway 20
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.1 km · 53 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 5th Street
36.4 mi · 46 min · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto 900th Road
2280 ft · 46 sec · 900th Road
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Turn sharp left onto 428th Avenue
2.1 mi · 3 min · 428th Avenue
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Turn right onto 902nd Road
8.9 mi · 12 min · 902nd Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
41 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
22.1 mi · 27 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
27.4 mi · 34 min
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Continue on Broadway Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Highway 12
9.1 mi · 11 min · Highway 12
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Thayer Street
1 km · 56 sec · North Thayer Street
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Continue on Hillcrest Boulevard
1361 ft · 23 sec · Hillcrest Boulevard
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Continue on Highway 281
2.7 mi · 3 min · Highway 281
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Turn left onto Highway 12
16.7 mi · 20 min · Highway 12
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Continue on Grant Street
2878 ft · 58 sec · Grant Street
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Continue on Highway 12
7 mi · 8 min · Highway 12
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Continue on West Main Street
2687 ft · 54 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Highway 12
9.4 mi · 11 min · Highway 12
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Continue on Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Continue on Highway 12
27.2 mi · 31 min · Highway 12
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Continue on Harold Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Harold Street
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Continue on Highway 12
4 mi · 5 min · Highway 12
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Turn left
9.9 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
34 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oglala and Yankton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US Highway 20
Turn sharp left onto US Highway 20
94 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving Oglala and Sunny near Yankton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oglala to Yankton?
The road trip is about 309.7 miles (498.4 km) and usually takes 05h 28m 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?
Keyapaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 162.7 miles from Oglala and 147 miles from Yankton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 270.7 miles (435.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39 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 6:04 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.22 one way or $82.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Oglala and Yankton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Oglala and Sunny near Yankton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oglala and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 270.67 mi (435.6 km).
#1 Oglala
Census-designated place in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,290 |
| Coordinates | 43.1885900, -102.7396200 |
| Altitude | 915 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 498 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 51m |
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 | $41.22 | $82.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $46.49 | $92.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $50.87 | $101.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $57.97 | $115.95 |
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 · May 25, 2026
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