How far is Pierre, SD from Lennox, SD?

The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Lennox, SD is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 186 miles (299.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 00m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
229.6 mi
04h 00m
Flight
186 mi
299.34 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
186 mi
Kilometers
299.34 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
229.6 mi
Kilometers
369.5 km
Drive Time
04h 00m

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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 04h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lennox
Thu, Apr 16, 4:18 AM CDT
Return by in Pierre
Thu, Apr 16, 8:19 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pierre
2026-04-16T00:18
Arrive Lennox
Thu, Apr 16, 4:18 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:00 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pierre
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
White Lake
SD

City in Aurora County, South Dakota, United States

From Pierre
114.6 mi
02h 00m
To Lennox
115 mi
02h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 17 mph SW
Destination
85°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pierre and Lennox.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pierre and Lennox.

  1. 1

    Start on South Euclid Avenue

    551 ft · 15 sec · South Euclid Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Pierre Street

    564 ft · 14 sec · South Pierre Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Sioux Avenue

    1.5 km · 1 min · West Sioux Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on North Highway 83

    2600 ft · 36 sec · North Highway 83

  5. 5

    Continue on North Deadwood Street

    1.1 km · 46 sec · North Deadwood Street

  6. 6

    Continue on North 1st Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · North 1st Street

  7. 7

    Continue on South US Highway 83

    30.9 mi · 35 min · South US Highway 83

  8. 8

    Take the exit left

    1746 ft · 43 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    173.9 mi · 2 hr 43 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    1645 ft · 40 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right

    75 m · 6 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto 463rd Avenue

    4.4 mi · 8 min · 463rd Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn left onto 265th Street

    3 mi · 5 min · 265th Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto 466th Avenue

    3 mi · 5 min · 466th Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on South SD Highway 17

    9.6 mi · 17 min · South SD Highway 17

  16. 16

    Continue on North Pine Street

    855 ft · 19 sec · North Pine Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Boynton Avenue

    1576 ft · 48 sec · East Boynton Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    1925 ft · 55 sec · North Main Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto West 2nd Avenue

    21 m · 3 sec · West 2nd Avenue

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pierre and Lennox.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South US Highway 83
205 mi · 89%
South SD Highway 17
9.56 mi · 4%
463rd Avenue
4.42 mi · 2%
466th Avenue
3.04 mi · 1%
265th Street
3.01 mi · 1%
North 1st Street
0.99 mi
Longest Stretch

South US Highway 83

Merge slight left

174 mi · 02h 43m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 00m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.6 mi
186 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
White Lake
02h 00m from Pierre
Leave By
9:00 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Pierre and Sunny near Lennox.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pierre to Lennox?

The road trip is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km) and usually takes 04h 00m 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?

White Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114.6 miles from Pierre and 115 miles from Lennox.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 186 miles (299.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.6 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 9:00 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.55 one way or $61.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pierre and Sunny near Lennox.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Lennox. Straight-line distance: 186 mi (299.34 km).

Pierre

#1 Pierre

Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County

Population13,708
Coordinates44.3683200, -100.3509700
Altitude451
CountryUnited States
Lennox

#2 Lennox

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population2,500
Coordinates43.3541500, -96.8920000
Altitude410
CountryUnited States
Start: Pierre (-100.35097, 44.36832)
End: Lennox (-96.892, 43.35415)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 370 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.1 gal
30.67 L · about $30.55
Round trip
$61.09
16.2 gal · 61.34 L
Estimated CO2
72 kg one way
Round trip: 144 kg / 317 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $30.55 $61.09
Mid-grade $4.25 $34.45 $68.90
Premium $4.65 $37.70 $75.39
Diesel $5.30 $42.96 $85.92

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Pierre and Lennox. The current time is 00:18:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.