How far is Watertown, SD from Fort Pierre, SD?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Fort Pierre, SD is about 208.3 miles (335.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 09m 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 04h 04m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Beadle County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Fort Pierre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Fort Pierre.
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Start on South Broadway
1.1 km · 2 min · South Broadway
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Turn right onto 9th Avenue Southwest
6.4 mi · 9 min · 9th Avenue Southwest
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Continue on US Highway 212
10.6 mi · 12 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 212
3.9 mi · 6 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto SD Highway 25
34.2 mi · 40 min · SD Highway 25
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Turn right onto US Highway 14 West
14.6 mi · 17 min · US Highway 14 West
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Continue on East Neosho Street
2746 ft · 36 sec · East Neosho Street
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Continue on US Highway 14
30.1 mi · 34 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto US Highway 281
2.1 mi · 2 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on Commercial Avenue
4.5 mi · 5 min · Commercial Avenue
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
25.2 mi · 29 min · US Highway 14
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Turn right onto North Broadway
1.3 km · 1 min · North Broadway
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Turn left onto West 14th Street
67.8 mi · 1 hr 17 min · West 14th Street
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Continue on North Highway 14
2.4 mi · 3 min · North Highway 14
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Continue on North Euclid Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Euclid Avenue
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Turn left onto South Pierre Street
564 ft · 14 sec · South Pierre Street
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Turn right onto West Sioux Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · West Sioux Avenue
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Continue on North Highway 83
2600 ft · 36 sec · North Highway 83
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Continue on North Deadwood Street
1.1 km · 46 sec · North Deadwood Street
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Continue on North 1st Street
2335 ft · 32 sec · North 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Fort Pierre.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
67.8 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Watertown and Partly Sunny near Fort Pierre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Fort Pierre?
The road trip is about 208.3 miles (335.3 km) and usually takes 04h 04m 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?
Wolsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104 miles from Watertown and 104.4 miles from Fort Pierre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.72 one way or $55.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Watertown and Fort Pierre, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Watertown and Partly Sunny near Fort Pierre.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Fort Pierre. Straight-line distance: 164.61 mi (264.91 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 Fort Pierre
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,236 |
| Coordinates | 44.3535900, -100.3737400 |
| Altitude | 437 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Pierre (-100.37374, 44.35359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 335 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 35m |
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 | $27.72 | $55.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.26 | $62.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.21 | $68.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.98 | $77.97 |
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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