How far is Ward, SD from Trent, SD?
The driving distance from Ward, SD to Trent, SD is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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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 Ward and Trent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ward and Trent.
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Start on 2nd Street
12 m · 7 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn left onto 223rd Street
6.4 mi · 16 min · 223rd Street
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Turn left onto SD Highway 13
7 mi · 12 min · SD Highway 13
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Continue on North Summit Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Summit Street
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Continue on SD Highway 13
2.3 mi · 4 min · SD Highway 13
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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 North Pierce Street
2413 ft · 1 min · North Pierce Street
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Continue on 478th Avenue
6.1 mi · 15 min · 478th Avenue
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1503 ft · 32 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ward and Trent.
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
Turn left onto 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 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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ward and Mostly Cloudy near Trent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ward to Trent?
The road trip is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Flandreau is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.3 miles from Ward and 13.3 miles from Trent.
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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 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 Ward and Mostly Cloudy near Trent.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ward and Trent. Straight-line distance: 19.67 mi (31.66 km).
#1 Ward
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 70 |
| Coordinates | 44.1546900, -96.4603200 |
| Altitude | 535 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Trent
Human settlement in Moody County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 226 |
| Coordinates | 43.9063600, -96.6539400 |
| Altitude | 459 |
| Country | United States |
End: Trent (-96.65394, 43.90636)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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 |
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| 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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