How far is Pierre, SD from Gillette, WY?
The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Gillette, WY is about 286.5 miles (461 km), with a travel time of about 05h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.6 miles (409.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Butte County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pierre and Gillette.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre and Gillette.
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Start on South Euclid Avenue
551 ft · 15 sec · South Euclid Avenue
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Turn left onto South Pierre Street
564 ft · 14 sec · South Pierre Street
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Turn right onto West Sioux Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · West Sioux Avenue
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Continue on North Highway 83
2352 ft · 31 sec · North Highway 83
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Turn right onto West Highway 14/34
1.2 mi · 1 min · West Highway 14/34
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Continue on US Highway 14/34
36.6 mi · 42 min · US Highway 14/34
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Continue on SD Highway 34/63
133.5 mi · 2 hr 32 min · SD Highway 34/63
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Continue on Lazelle Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · Lazelle Street
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Take the exit right
109.3 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90, US 14 West, US 16 West: Gillette
2000 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
3228 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Stanley Avenue
63 m · 9 sec · Stanley Avenue
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pierre and Gillette.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 34/63
Continue on SD Highway 34/63
134 mi · 02h 32m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Pierre and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pierre to Gillette?
The road trip is about 286.5 miles (461 km) and usually takes 05h 15m 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?
Vale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.9 miles from Pierre and 143.5 miles from Gillette.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.6 miles (409.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.14 one way or $86.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Pierre and Gillette, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Pierre and Mostly Sunny near Gillette.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Gillette. Straight-line distance: 254.61 mi (409.76 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 Gillette
City in Campbell County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 32,220 |
| Coordinates | 44.2910900, -105.5022200 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gillette (-105.50222, 44.29109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 461 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 34m |
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 | $4.27 | $43.14 | $86.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.49 | $45.41 | $90.83 |
| Premium | $5.07 | $51.21 | $102.41 |
| Diesel | $6.29 | $63.55 | $127.10 |
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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