How far is Springfield, SD from Pierre, SD?
The driving distance from Springfield, SD to Pierre, SD is about 217.1 miles (349.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 53m 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 03h 26m.
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.
City in Brule County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Pierre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Pierre.
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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
118.5 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 83 North, SD 53: Pierre State Capitol, Fort Pierre
1983 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left
98 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 83
30.7 mi · 35 min · US Highway 83
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Continue on South 1st Street
1.6 km · 1 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on North Deadwood Street
1.1 km · 47 sec · North Deadwood Street
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Continue on North Highway 83
2590 ft · 33 sec · North Highway 83
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Continue on West Sioux Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · West Sioux Avenue
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Turn left onto South Pierre Street
1115 ft · 25 sec · South Pierre Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Euclid Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Pierre.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Burr Street
Merge slight left
119 mi · 01h 51m
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 near Pierre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Pierre?
The road trip is about 217.1 miles (349.4 km) and usually takes 03h 26m 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?
Kimball is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.7 miles from Springfield and 109.4 miles from Pierre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.9 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 10:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.89 one way or $57.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Springfield and Partly Sunny near Pierre.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Pierre. Straight-line distance: 161.27 mi (259.54 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 Pierre
Capital city of South Dakota and county seat of Hughes County
| Population | 13,708 |
| Coordinates | 44.3683200, -100.3509700 |
| Altitude | 451 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 14 (-100.350889, 44.368274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 349 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $28.89 | $57.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.65 | $71.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.63 | $81.26 |
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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