How far is Pierre, SD from Medary, SD?
The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Medary, SD is about 197.2 miles (317.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.6 miles (284.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 50m 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
Driving 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 03h 55m.
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.
Township in Beadle County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pierre and Medary.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre and Medary.
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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
67.8 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.3 km · 1 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
25.2 mi · 29 min · East 3rd Street
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Turn right
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
30.1 mi · 34 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on 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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Continue on 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
3275 ft · 1 min · 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
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Continue on US Highway 14
11.3 mi · 13 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on West Elm Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Elm Street
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Continue on South Highway 81
2344 ft · 45 sec · South Highway 81
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Continue on US Highway 81
1.9 mi · 2 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on US Highway 14
9.6 mi · 11 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on West Highway 14
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Highway 14
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Continue on US Highway 14
4.1 mi · 5 min · US Highway 14
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Turn straight onto West Highway 14
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Highway 14
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2669 ft · 1 min · Western Avenue
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Continue on West 2nd Street South
2519 ft · 1 min · West 2nd Street South
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Turn right onto Main Avenue South
3.3 mi · 7 min · Main Avenue South
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Keep slight left
2188 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 471st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pierre and Medary.
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
Continue on US Highway 14
67.8 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Pierre and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Medary.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pierre to Medary?
The road trip is about 197.2 miles (317.4 km) and usually takes 03h 55m 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?
Wolsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.4 miles from Pierre and 98.9 miles from Medary.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.6 miles (284.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 9:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.25 one way or $52.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Pierre and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Medary.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Medary. Straight-line distance: 176.61 mi (284.23 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 Medary
Township in Brookings County, South Dakota
| Population | 1,504 |
| Coordinates | 44.2096900, -96.7867200 |
| Altitude | 480 |
| Country | United States |
End: Medary (-96.78672, 44.20969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 317 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
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 | $3.77 | $26.25 | $52.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.39 | $64.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.92 | $73.83 |
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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