How far is Spearfish, SD from Mission, SD?
The driving distance from Spearfish, SD to Mission, SD is about 226.1 miles (363.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 179.1 miles (288.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 48m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Jackson County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spearfish and Mission.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spearfish and Mission.
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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
134.7 mi · 2 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1651 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
42 mi · 48 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on 2nd Street
1.2 km · 55 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spearfish and Mission.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 East
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135 mi · 02h 08m
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.
Rain And Snow Showers leaving Spearfish and Chance Light Rain near Mission.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spearfish to Mission?
The road trip is about 226.1 miles (363.8 km) and usually takes 03h 48m 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?
Cottonwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.8 miles from Spearfish and 113.2 miles from Mission.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 179.1 miles (288.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 47 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:22 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.09 one way or $60.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Spearfish and Mission, 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 Light Rain near Mission.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spearfish and Mission. Straight-line distance: 179.16 mi (288.33 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 Mission
City in Todd County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,269 |
| Coordinates | 43.3058400, -100.6581900 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mission (-100.65819, 43.30584)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 364 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $30.09 | $60.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.94 | $67.88 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.14 | $74.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.33 | $84.65 |
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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