How far is Rauville, SD from South Shore, SD?
The driving distance from Rauville, SD to South Shore, SD is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Codington County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rauville and South Shore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rauville and South Shore.
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Start on 455th Avenue
8.9 mi · 12 min · 455th Avenue
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Turn right onto SD Highway 20
7.8 mi · 9 min · SD Highway 20
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Continue on West Berry Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · West Berry Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Berry Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rauville and South Shore.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
455th Avenue
Start on 455th Avenue
8.89 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Rauville and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near South Shore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rauville to South Shore?
The road trip is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Waverly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.7 miles from Rauville and 8.9 miles from South Shore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.51 one way or $5.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Rauville and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near South Shore.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rauville and South Shore. Straight-line distance: 12.28 mi (19.76 km).
#1 Rauville
Township in Codington County, South Dakota
| Population | 293 |
| Coordinates | 44.9796900, -97.1059100 |
| Altitude | 534 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Shore
Town of the United States
| Population | 215 |
| Coordinates | 45.1058000, -96.9286800 |
| Altitude | 572 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-96.928602, 45.105801)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $4.05 | $2.51 | $5.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
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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