How far is Springfield, SD from Spearfish, SD?
The driving distance from Springfield, SD to Spearfish, SD is about 384.4 miles (618.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 318.6 miles (512.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 31m 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 05h 45m.
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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
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Spearfish.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Spearfish.
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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
274.3 mi · 4 hr 19 min
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Continue straight
31 mi · 31 min
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Continue straight
14.2 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Jackson Boulevard, Black Hills State University
1541 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto East Jackson Boulevard
1 km · 2 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Main Street
45 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Springfield and Spearfish.
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
274 mi · 04h 19m
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 Spearfish.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Spearfish?
The road trip is about 384.4 miles (618.6 km) and usually takes 05h 45m 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?
Draper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 191.3 miles from Springfield and 193.1 miles from Spearfish.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 318.6 miles (512.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.8 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 5:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.13 one way or $102.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 120.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Springfield and Spearfish, 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 Spearfish.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Spearfish. Straight-line distance: 318.6 mi (512.73 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 Spearfish
City in Lawrence County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 11,900 |
| Coordinates | 44.4908200, -103.8593700 |
| Altitude | 1112 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-103.859247, 44.49086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 619 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 47m |
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 | $51.13 | $102.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $57.67 | $115.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $63.11 | $126.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $71.92 | $143.84 |
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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