How far is Wagner, SD from Madison, SD?
The driving distance from Wagner, SD to Madison, SD is about 128.4 miles (206.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wagner and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wagner and Madison.
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Start on 2nd Street Southeast
31 m · 6 sec · 2nd Street Southeast
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Turn right onto Main Avenue South
653 ft · 20 sec · Main Avenue South
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Turn right onto East SD Highway 46
45.4 mi · 56 min · East SD Highway 46
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Turn left onto US Highway 81
45.9 mi · 53 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on South Nebraska Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Nebraska Street
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Continue on US Highway 81
19.1 mi · 28 min · US Highway 81
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At the end of the road, turn right onto SD Highway 34
12.5 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Northwest 2nd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Egan Avenue
117 m · 13 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Egan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wagner and Madison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 81
Turn left onto US Highway 81
45.9 mi · 00h 53m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Wagner and Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wagner to Madison?
The road trip is about 128.4 miles (206.6 km) and usually takes 02h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Freeman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.6 miles from Wagner and 65.7 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.1 miles (140.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.08 one way or $34.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wagner and Sunny near Madison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wagner and Madison. Straight-line distance: 87.09 mi (140.15 km).
#1 Wagner
City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,537 |
| Coordinates | 43.0797200, -98.2931300 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Lake County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,064 |
| Coordinates | 44.0060800, -97.1139500 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street Northeast (-97.113951, 44.006124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $17.08 | $34.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.27 | $38.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.08 | $42.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.03 | $48.05 |
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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