How far is Watertown, SD from Gettysburg, SD?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Gettysburg, SD is about 152 miles (244.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.1 miles (223.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 25m 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 42m.
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.
City and county seat of Spink County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Gettysburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Gettysburg.
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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
10.9 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on 1st Avenue East
3 mi · 4 min · 1st Avenue East
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Continue on US Highway 212
16.4 mi · 24 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on Dakota Street East
1.2 mi · 2 min · Dakota Street East
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Continue on US Highway 212
19.4 mi · 29 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on East 7th Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto West Commercial Lane
2502 ft · 42 sec · West Commercial Lane
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Continue on US Highway 212
8.9 mi · 13 min · US Highway 212
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Continue on 172nd Street
24.9 mi · 37 min · 172nd Street
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Turn left
46.8 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Turn left onto North Exene Street
691 ft · 30 sec · North Exene Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Exene Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Gettysburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
46.8 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Watertown and Sunny near Gettysburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Gettysburg?
The road trip is about 152 miles (244.7 km) and usually takes 03h 42m 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?
Redfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.8 miles from Watertown and 76.2 miles from Gettysburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.1 miles (223.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.25 one way or $40.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Watertown and Sunny near Gettysburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Gettysburg. Straight-line distance: 139.1 mi (223.86 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 Gettysburg
Human settlement in Potter County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,085 |
| Coordinates | 45.0116500, -99.9556700 |
| Altitude | 629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gettysburg (-99.95567, 45.01165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.25 | $40.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.99 | $49.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.48 | $56.96 |
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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