How far is Watertown, SD from Brandon, SD?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Brandon, SD is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.1 miles (151.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Brookings County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Brandon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Brandon.
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Start on South Broadway
885 ft · 31 sec · South Broadway
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northeast
1.4 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Willow Creek Drive Southeast
1.1 mi · 2 min · Willow Creek Drive Southeast
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Turn left onto 9th Avenue Southeast
2518 ft · 50 sec · 9th Avenue Southeast
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-29: Brookings
1582 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
93.5 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 90 East: Albert Lea
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 11: Corson, Brandon
1100 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SD 11: Corson, Brandon
69 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Splitrock Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · North Splitrock Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Sylvan Circle
33 m · 12 sec · East Sylvan Circle
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Turn left onto North Pipestone Street
13 m · 2 sec · North Pipestone Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Pipestone Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Brandon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-29
Merge slight left
93.5 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Watertown and Rain Showers Likely near Brandon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Brandon?
The road trip is about 108.8 miles (175.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Medary is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Watertown and 54.7 miles from Brandon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.1 miles (151.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.48 one way or $28.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Watertown and Rain Showers Likely near Brandon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Brandon. Straight-line distance: 94.07 mi (151.39 km).
#1 Watertown
City in and county seat of Codington County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 22,303 |
| Coordinates | 44.8994100, -97.1150700 |
| Altitude | 528 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brandon
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 10,168 |
| Coordinates | 43.5947000, -96.5719900 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pipestone Street (-96.57196, 43.594698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.48 | $28.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.87 | $35.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.37 | $40.73 |
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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