How far is Oldham, SD from Lake Preston, SD?
The driving distance from Oldham, SD to Lake Preston, SD is about 13 miles (21 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10 miles (16.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oldham and Lake Preston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oldham and Lake Preston.
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Start on East Main Street
850 ft · 25 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Epton Avenue
1542 ft · 42 sec · North Epton Avenue
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Continue on 445th Avenue
5.5 mi · 13 min · 445th Avenue
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Turn left onto 212th Street
3.2 mi · 8 min · 212th Street
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Continue on 442nd Avenue
3 mi · 7 min · 442nd Avenue
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Continue on Park Avenue South
2629 ft · 2 min · Park Avenue South
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Turn left onto 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
1752 ft · 52 sec · 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
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Turn right onto Main Avenue North
889 ft · 38 sec · Main Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oldham and Lake Preston.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
445th Avenue
Continue on 445th Avenue
5.47 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Oldham and Rain Showers Likely near Lake Preston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oldham to Lake Preston?
The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hetland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Oldham and 6.5 miles from Lake Preston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10 miles (16.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.95 one way or $3.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Oldham and Rain Showers Likely near Lake Preston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oldham and Lake Preston. Straight-line distance: 10.01 mi (16.11 km).
#1 Oldham
Human settlement in Kingsbury County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 120 |
| Coordinates | 44.2274700, -97.3078500 |
| Altitude | 525 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Preston
Human settlement in Kingsbury County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 558 |
| Coordinates | 44.3635800, -97.3772900 |
| Altitude | 525 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Preston (-97.37729, 44.36358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.23 | $1.95 | $3.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $2.32 | $4.65 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
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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