How far is Pierre, SD from Gettysburg, SD?
The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Gettysburg, SD is about 58.8 miles (94.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Sully County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pierre and Gettysburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre and Gettysburg.
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Start on South Euclid Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · South Euclid Avenue
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Continue on North Highway 14
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Highway 14
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Continue on US Highway 14
14.1 mi · 16 min · US Highway 14
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Take the exit sharp left
100 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left
36.1 mi · 41 min
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Continue on US Highway 212
4.4 mi · 7 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on West Garfield Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Garfield Avenue
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Turn right onto North Exene Street
691 ft · 30 sec · North Exene Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Exene Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pierre and Gettysburg.
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 14
Merge slight left
36.1 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pierre and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Gettysburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pierre to Gettysburg?
The road trip is about 58.8 miles (94.7 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Onida is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.4 miles from Pierre and 29.5 miles from Gettysburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.84 one way or $15.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pierre and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Gettysburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Gettysburg. Straight-line distance: 48.5 mi (78.06 km).
#1 Pierre
Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County
| Population | 13,708 |
| Coordinates | 44.3683200, -100.3509700 |
| Altitude | 451 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gettysburg
Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,085 |
| Coordinates | 45.0116500, -99.9556700 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gettysburg (-99.95567, 45.01165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.85 | $17.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
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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