How far is Parkston, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Parkston, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 321.9 miles (518.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 283.7 miles (456.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in and county seat of Jones County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parkston and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkston and Sturgis.
-
1
Start on East Glynn Drive
1 km · 2 min · East Glynn Drive
-
2
Turn right onto SD Highway 37
19 mi · 28 min · SD Highway 37
-
3
Continue on South Highway 37
1 mi · 2 min · South Highway 37
-
4
Continue on South Burr Street
1936 ft · 35 sec · South Burr Street
-
5
Take the ramp slight left
2058 ft · 53 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
274.3 mi · 4 hr 19 min
-
7
Continue straight
25 mi · 25 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
-
9
Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
10
Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
-
11
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parkston and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South Burr Street
Merge slight left
274 mi · 04h 19m
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 Parkston and Sunny near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parkston to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 321.9 miles (518.1 km) and usually takes 04h 35m 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?
Murdo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 160.7 miles from Parkston and 161.1 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 283.7 miles (456.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.2 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 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.84 one way or $85.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Parkston and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Parkston and Sunny near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parkston and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 283.73 mi (456.62 km).
#1 Parkston
City in Hitchinson County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,456 |
| Coordinates | 43.3988800, -97.9836800 |
| Altitude | 425 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 518 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $42.84 | $85.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $48.31 | $96.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.87 | $105.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $60.25 | $120.51 |
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 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.