How far is Watertown, SD from Lisbon, ND?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Lisbon, ND is about 155.8 miles (250.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110 miles (177 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 02h 46m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Lisbon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Lisbon.
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Start on South Broadway
1992 ft · 60 sec · South Broadway
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue Northeast
1581 ft · 39 sec · 3rd Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 4th Street Northeast
2 mi · 3 min · 4th Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 26th Avenue Northeast
2.6 mi · 4 min · 26th Avenue Northeast
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Take the ramp left toward I 29 North, US 81 North, SD 20 East: Summit
93.9 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ND 13: Mooreton, Wahpeton
2064 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 13
1001 ft · 20 sec · State Highway 13
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Continue on State Highway 13
40.6 mi · 48 min · State Highway 13
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Turn right onto State Highway 32
14.3 mi · 18 min · State Highway 32
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue East
21 m · 2 sec · 5th Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Lisbon.
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 North
Take the ramp left toward I 29 North, US 81 North, SD 20 East: Summit
93.9 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy leaving Watertown and Partly Sunny near Lisbon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Lisbon?
The road trip is about 155.8 miles (250.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Victor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.9 miles from Watertown and 77.9 miles from Lisbon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110 miles (177 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.8 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.24 one way or $46.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy around Watertown and Partly Sunny near Lisbon.
Stop Ideas Near Victor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Victor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Lisbon. Straight-line distance: 110.01 mi (177.04 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 Lisbon
City in North Dakota
| Population | 2,015 |
| Coordinates | 46.4416300, -97.6812100 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lisbon (-97.68121, 46.44163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.23 | $23.24 | $46.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $24.48 | $48.96 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $27.73 | $55.46 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $32.98 | $65.97 |
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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