How far is Spearfish, SD from Beresford, SD?
The driving distance from Spearfish, SD to Beresford, SD is about 423.1 miles (680.9 km), with a travel time of about 06h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 366.5 miles (589.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spearfish and Beresford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spearfish and Beresford.
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Start on North Main Street
26 m · 30 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
51 m · 10 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto East Jackson Boulevard
2777 ft · 2 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 East, US 85 South
1555 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
14.2 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
7.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
23.6 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
338.5 mi · 5 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
36.2 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right
1690 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Cedar Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1148 ft · 37 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
35 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spearfish and Beresford.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spearfish to Beresford?
The road trip is about 423.1 miles (680.9 km) and usually takes 06h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 211.1 miles from Spearfish and 211.9 miles from Beresford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 366.5 miles (589.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.6 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.30 one way or $112.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 132.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Spearfish and Beresford, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Spearfish and Chance Rain Showers near Beresford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spearfish and Beresford. Straight-line distance: 366.49 mi (589.81 km).
#1 Spearfish
City in Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 11,900 |
| Coordinates | 44.4908200, -103.8593700 |
| Altitude | 1112 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beresford
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.0805400, -96.7736600 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beresford (-96.77366, 43.08054)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 681 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 16m |
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 | $56.30 | $112.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $63.50 | $126.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $69.48 | $138.97 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $79.19 | $158.38 |
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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