How far is Tyndall, SD from Pierre, SD?
The driving distance from Tyndall, SD to Pierre, SD is about 208.8 miles (336.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 36m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 18m.
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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 Tyndall and Pierre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyndall and Pierre.
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Start on West 18th Avenue
15 m · 7 sec · West 18th Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
914 ft · 30 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West 20th Avenue
2632 ft · 1 min · West 20th Avenue
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Continue on 303rd Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · 303rd Street
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Turn right onto SD Highway 50
3.8 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 Tyndall 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 Tyndall 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 Tyndall to Pierre?
The road trip is about 208.8 miles (336.1 km) and usually takes 03h 18m 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 103.6 miles from Tyndall and 105.2 miles from Pierre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.3 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 10:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.79 one way or $55.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tyndall and Partly Sunny near Pierre.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tyndall and Pierre. Straight-line distance: 156.46 mi (251.79 km).
#1 Tyndall
City in and county seat of Bon Homme County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,015 |
| Coordinates | 42.9933300, -97.8628500 |
| Altitude | 433 |
| 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: 336 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 36m |
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 | $27.79 | $55.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.34 | $62.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.30 | $68.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $39.09 | $78.18 |
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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