How far is Pierre, SD from Mobridge, SD?

The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Mobridge, SD is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
108.34 mi
02h 04m
Flight
80.85 mi
130.12 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
80.85 mi
Kilometers
130.12 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
108.34 mi
Kilometers
174.36 km
Drive Time
02h 04m

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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 02h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mobridge
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 AM CDT
Return by in Pierre
Sat, Apr 18, 4:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pierre
2026-04-17T23:55
Arrive Mobridge
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:05 AM to 12:05 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:20 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pierre
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Gettysburg
SD

Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America

From Pierre
54.1 mi
01h 02m
To Mobridge
54.2 mi
01h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
48°F
Friday

Chance Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 26 mph NNW
Destination
44°F
Friday

Rain And Snow Showers Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
24 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Euclid Avenue

    1.4 km · 1 min · South Euclid Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on North Highway 14

    2.3 mi · 3 min · North Highway 14

  3. 3

    Continue on US Highway 14

    14.1 mi · 16 min · US Highway 14

  4. 4

    Take the exit sharp left

    100 m · 9 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    36.1 mi · 41 min

  6. 6

    Turn left onto US Highway 83

    30.7 mi · 35 min · US Highway 83

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 12

    3.6 mi · 4 min · US Highway 12

  8. 8

    Continue on Highway 12 & 83

    1.5 km · 1 min · Highway 12 & 83

  9. 9

    Continue on US Highway 12

    18.6 mi · 21 min · US Highway 12

  10. 10

    Continue on East Grand Crossing

    1 mi · 1 min · East Grand Crossing

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue East

    22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue East

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue East

Car Route Details

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

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
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 14
50.3 mi · 46%
US Highway 83
30.7 mi · 28%
US Highway 12
22.2 mi · 20%
North Highway 14
2.34 mi · 2%
East Grand Crossing
1 mi · 1%
Highway 12 & 83
0.95 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.6 mi
80.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gettysburg
01h 02m from Pierre
Leave By
2:20 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Pierre and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Mobridge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 108.4 miles (174.4 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?

Gettysburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Pierre and 54.2 miles from Mobridge.

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

The direct path is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:20 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.41 one way or $28.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Pierre and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Mobridge.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Mobridge. Straight-line distance: 80.85 mi (130.12 km).

Pierre

#1 Pierre

Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County

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

#2 Mobridge

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population3,373
Coordinates45.5372200, -100.4279100
Altitude506
CountryUnited States
Start: Pierre (-100.35097, 44.36832)
End: Mobridge (-100.42791, 45.53722)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 174 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.82 gal
14.47 L · about $14.41
Round trip
$28.81
7.64 gal · 28.94 L
Estimated CO2
33.9 kg one way
Round trip: 67.9 kg / 150 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $14.41 $28.81
Mid-grade $4.25 $16.25 $32.49
Premium $4.65 $17.78 $35.56
Diesel $5.30 $20.26 $40.52

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Pierre and Mobridge. The current time is 23:55:39.

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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.