How far is Spearfish, SD from Wagner, SD?
The driving distance from Spearfish, SD to Wagner, SD is about 347.5 miles (559.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 294.2 miles (473.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 53m 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Jones County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spearfish and Wagner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spearfish and Wagner.
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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
252.5 mi · 3 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 281: Stickney, Aberdeen
1779 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 281
18.7 mi · 24 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on North Highway 281
1.1 km · 1 min · North Highway 281
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Continue on US Highway 281
2.3 mi · 3 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on US Highway 281
3 mi · 4 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on US Highway 281
4 mi · 6 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Braddock Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · Braddock Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 281
11.9 mi · 18 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on SD Highway 50
2.5 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 50
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Continue on 392nd Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · 392nd Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto SD Highway 46
2.7 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 46
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Turn right onto Main Avenue South
653 ft · 23 sec · Main Avenue South
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Turn left onto 2nd Street Southeast
31 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spearfish and Wagner.
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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253 mi · 03h 59m
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 Rain Showers near Wagner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spearfish to Wagner?
The road trip is about 347.5 miles (559.2 km) and usually takes 05h 56m 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?
Okaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 173.4 miles from Spearfish and 174 miles from Wagner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 294.2 miles (473.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.3 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 5:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.23 one way or $92.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 109 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Spearfish and Wagner, 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 Wagner.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spearfish and Wagner. Straight-line distance: 294.19 mi (473.46 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 Wagner
City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,537 |
| Coordinates | 43.0797200, -98.2931300 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wagner (-98.29313, 43.07972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 559 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 20m |
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 | $46.23 | $92.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $52.14 | $104.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $57.06 | $114.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $65.03 | $130.05 |
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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