How far is Sturgis, SD from Springfield, SD?
The driving distance from Sturgis, SD to Springfield, SD is about 363.6 miles (585.2 km), with a travel time of about 06h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 300.4 miles (483.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Census-designated place in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sturgis and Springfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sturgis and Springfield.
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Start on Edmunds Street
4 m · 6 sec · Edmunds Street
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Turn left onto Junction Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Junction Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left
1546 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
25.3 mi · 26 min
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Continue straight
274.2 mi · 4 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mitchell
1578 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right
58 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Burr Street
1402 ft · 26 sec · South Burr Street
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Continue on South Highway 37
1 mi · 2 min · South Highway 37
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Continue on SD Highway 37
47.1 mi · 1 hr 10 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
8.8 mi · 15 min · SD Highway 37
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Turn slight right
1317 ft · 36 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sturgis and Springfield.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Junction Avenue
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274 mi · 04h 19m
Route Summary
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Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sturgis to Springfield?
The road trip is about 363.6 miles (585.2 km) and usually takes 06h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vivian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 181.5 miles from Sturgis and 182.1 miles from Springfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 300.4 miles (483.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.2 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 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $48.38 one way or $96.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 114 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Sturgis and Springfield, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sturgis and Springfield. Straight-line distance: 300.43 mi (483.5 km).
#1 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springfield
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.8541700, -97.8972900 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: Springfield (-97.89729, 42.85417)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 585 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 32m |
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 | $48.38 | $96.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $54.57 | $109.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $59.71 | $119.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $68.05 | $136.10 |
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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