How far is Tea, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Tea, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 372.9 miles (600.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 338.6 miles (544.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 30m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tea and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tea and Sturgis.
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Start on East 1st Street
2552 ft · 57 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto North Heritage Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · North Heritage Parkway
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Turn right onto East Gateway Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Gateway Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
2833 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
10.3 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
364.1 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tea and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Tea and Sunny near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tea to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 372.9 miles (600.2 km) and usually takes 05h 15m 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 189.3 miles from Tea and 183.6 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 338.6 miles (544.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.63 one way or $99.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 117 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Tea and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Tea and Sunny near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tea and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 338.57 mi (544.88 km).
#1 Tea
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 6,405 |
| Coordinates | 43.4463700, -96.8358800 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 600 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 39m |
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 | $49.63 | $99.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $55.97 | $111.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $61.25 | $122.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $69.80 | $139.60 |
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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