How far is Springfield, SD from Box Elder, SD?
The driving distance from Springfield, SD to Box Elder, SD is about 329 miles (529.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 273.3 miles (439.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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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 48m.
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.
Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Box Elder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Box Elder.
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Start on 8th Street
1226 ft · 34 sec · 8th Street
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto SD Highway 37
8.8 mi · 15 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto SD Highway 50
4.1 mi · 6 min · SD Highway 50
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Turn right onto SD Highway 37
47.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min · SD Highway 37
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Continue on South Highway 37
1 mi · 2 min · South Highway 37
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Continue on South Burr Street
1936 ft · 35 sec · South Burr Street
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Take the ramp slight left
2058 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
264.4 mi · 4 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Box Elder, Elisworth AirForce Base
1962 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left
28 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
2562 ft · 52 sec · Liberty Boulevard
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Turn right onto Highway 1416
1.5 km · 2 min · Highway 1416
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Turn left onto Oak Street
671 ft · 32 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Front Street
29 m · 4 sec · Front Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Front Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Box Elder.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South Burr Street
Merge slight left
264 mi · 04h 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Springfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Box Elder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Box Elder?
The road trip is about 329 miles (529.4 km) and usually takes 04h 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?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164.3 miles from Springfield and 164.7 miles from Box Elder.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 273.3 miles (439.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.78 one way or $87.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 103.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Springfield and Box Elder, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Box Elder.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Box Elder. Straight-line distance: 273.37 mi (439.94 km).
#1 Springfield
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.8541700, -97.8972900 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Box Elder
City in Pennington County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,165 |
| Coordinates | 44.1124900, -103.0682300 |
| Altitude | 925 |
| Country | United States |
End: Front Street (-103.068237, 44.112405)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 529 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 06m |
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 | $43.78 | $87.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $49.38 | $98.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $54.03 | $108.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $61.58 | $123.16 |
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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