How far is Pierre, SD from Webster, SD?

The driving distance from Pierre, SD to Webster, SD is about 211 miles (339.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 153.8 miles (247.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
211 mi
04h 07m
Flight
153.82 mi
247.55 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
153.82 mi
Kilometers
247.55 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
211 mi
Kilometers
339.57 km
Drive Time
04h 07m

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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 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Webster
Thu, Apr 23, 7:18 AM CDT
Return by in Pierre
Thu, Apr 23, 11:26 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pierre
2026-04-23T03:10
Arrive Webster
Thu, Apr 23, 7:18 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:08 AM to 12:08 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
8:44 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
Bowdle
SD

Township in Edmunds County, South Dakota

From Pierre
105.3 mi
02h 03m
To Webster
105.7 mi
02h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 37 mph WSW
Destination
70°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 26 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    Turn right onto US Highway 12

    65.3 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 12

  8. 8

    Continue on 134th Street

    6.3 mi · 7 min · 134th Street

  9. 9

    Continue on US Highway 12

    2.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 12

  10. 10

    Continue on 6th Avenue Southwest

    5.1 mi · 12 min · 6th Avenue Southwest

  11. 11

    Continue on US Highway 12 East

    1 mi · 1 min · US Highway 12 East

  12. 12

    Continue on 133rd Street

    13 mi · 14 min · 133rd Street

  13. 13

    Continue on West Highway 12

    2.6 mi · 4 min · West Highway 12

  14. 14

    Continue on US Highway 12

    29 mi · 33 min · US Highway 12

  15. 15

    Continue on West Highway 12

    1 mi · 1 min · West Highway 12

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Main Street

    3202 ft · 47 sec · Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto East 7th Avenue

    4 m · 1 sec · East 7th Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 12
97.2 mi · 46%
US Highway 14
50.3 mi · 24%
US Highway 83
30.7 mi · 15%
133rd Street
13 mi · 6%
134th Street
6.32 mi · 3%
6th Avenue Southwest
5.06 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

US Highway 12

Turn right onto US Highway 12

65.3 mi · 01h 14m

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 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+57.2 mi
153.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bowdle
02h 03m from Pierre
Leave By
8:44 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Pierre and Chance Rain Showers near Webster.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 211 miles (339.6 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?

Bowdle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.3 miles from Pierre and 105.7 miles from Webster.

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

The direct path is about 153.8 miles (247.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.2 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 8:44 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.06 one way or $56.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Pierre and Chance Rain Showers near Webster.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pierre and Webster. Straight-line distance: 153.82 mi (247.55 km).

Pierre

#1 Pierre

Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County

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

#2 Webster

City in and county seat of Day County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,694
Coordinates45.3321800, -97.5200900
Altitude566
CountryUnited States
Start: Pierre (-100.35097, 44.36832)
End: Webster (-97.52009, 45.33218)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 340 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 01m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 31m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.44 gal
28.18 L · about $28.06
Round trip
$56.11
14.88 gal · 56.36 L
Estimated CO2
66.1 kg one way
Round trip: 132.2 kg / 291 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $28.06 $56.11
Mid-grade $4.25 $31.64 $63.28
Premium $4.65 $34.63 $69.25
Diesel $5.30 $39.46 $78.92

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Pierre and Webster. The current time is 03:10:18.

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.