How far is Osceola, SD from Lake Preston, SD?
The driving distance from Osceola, SD to Lake Preston, SD is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.9 miles (38.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Kingsbury County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Fog
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osceola and Lake Preston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osceola and Lake Preston.
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Start on School Street
32 m · 7 sec · School Street
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue
1.4 km · 3 min · 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto 418th Avenue
6.1 mi · 15 min · 418th Avenue
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Continue on North Sioux Street;418th Avenue
1699 ft · 52 sec · North Sioux Street;418th Avenue
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Turn left onto East Neosho Street
2746 ft · 36 sec · East Neosho Street
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Continue on US Highway 14
23.2 mi · 26 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on 1st Street Northwest;1st Street Southwest
1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Street Northwest;1st Street Southwest
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Turn left 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 Osceola 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.
US Highway 14
Continue on US Highway 14
23.2 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Fog leaving Osceola 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 Osceola to Lake Preston?
The road trip is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.9 miles from Osceola and 16 miles from Lake Preston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.9 miles (38.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.74 one way or $9.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Fog around Osceola and Rain Showers Likely near Lake Preston.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osceola and Lake Preston. Straight-line distance: 23.87 mi (38.42 km).
#1 Osceola
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 93 |
| Coordinates | 44.4674700, -97.8387000 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| 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: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.23 | $4.74 | $9.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $5.66 | $11.31 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
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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