How far is Trent, SD from Ward, SD?
The driving distance from Trent, SD to Ward, SD is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Trent and Ward.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trent and Ward.
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Start on 1st Avenue
9 m · 7 sec · 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto East 3rd Street
1503 ft · 35 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto 478th Avenue
6.1 mi · 15 min · 478th Avenue
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Continue on South Pierce Street
2413 ft · 1 min · South Pierce Street
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Turn right onto SD Highway 34
3.2 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 34
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Turn left onto SD Highway 13
2.3 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 13
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Continue on South Summit Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Summit Street
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Continue on SD Highway 13
7 mi · 12 min · SD Highway 13
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Turn right onto 223rd Street
6.4 mi · 15 min · 223rd Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
12 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Trent and Ward.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
SD Highway 13
Continue on SD Highway 13
6.96 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Trent and Mostly Cloudy near Ward.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Trent to Ward?
The road trip is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Flandreau is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.3 miles from Trent and 13.3 miles from Ward.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.81 one way or $7.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Trent and Mostly Cloudy near Ward.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Trent and Ward. Straight-line distance: 19.67 mi (31.66 km).
#1 Trent
Human settlement in Moody County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 226 |
| Coordinates | 43.9063600, -96.6539400 |
| Altitude | 459 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ward
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 70 |
| Coordinates | 44.1546900, -96.4603200 |
| Altitude | 535 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street (-96.460453, 44.154693)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.05 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $4.03 | $8.05 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
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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