How far is Spearfish, SD from Mitchell, SD?
The driving distance from Spearfish, SD to Mitchell, SD is about 320.9 miles (516.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 294.2 miles (473.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 48m 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 04h 24m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spearfish and Mitchell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spearfish and Mitchell.
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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
272.4 mi · 4 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right
1927 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto South Ohlman Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Ohlman Street
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Take the exit slight right
92 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto West Havens Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · West Havens Avenue
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Turn left onto South Sanborn Boulevard
2659 ft · 1 min · South Sanborn Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spearfish and Mitchell.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 East
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272 mi · 04h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Spearfish and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Mitchell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spearfish to Mitchell?
The road trip is about 320.9 miles (516.5 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Belvidere is a useful midpoint, sitting about 160.3 miles from Spearfish and 160.7 miles from Mitchell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 294.2 miles (473.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 8:12 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.73 one way or $85.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Spearfish and Mitchell, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spearfish and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Mitchell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spearfish and Mitchell. Straight-line distance: 294.18 mi (473.43 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 Mitchell
City in and county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 15,697 |
| Coordinates | 43.7094300, -98.0298000 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 1st Avenue (-98.0298, 43.709412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 517 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 00m |
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 | $42.73 | $85.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $48.19 | $96.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.73 | $105.46 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $60.09 | $120.19 |
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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