How far is Watertown, SD from Mobridge, SD?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Mobridge, SD is about 195.3 miles (314.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 167.1 miles (269 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 44m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 52m.
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 in and the county seat of Brown County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Mobridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Mobridge.
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Start on South Broadway
885 ft · 34 sec · South Broadway
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue Northwest
1584 ft · 32 sec · 1st Avenue Northwest
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Continue on 4th Street Northwest
125 m · 8 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Continue on West Kemp Avenue
2673 ft · 57 sec · West Kemp Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street Northwest
1.1 km · 1 min · 10th Street Northwest
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Continue on North Highway 20
4.4 mi · 6 min · North Highway 20
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Continue on SD Highway 20
21.5 mi · 25 min · SD Highway 20
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Turn right onto SD Highway 25
16.2 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 25
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Highway 12
1 mi · 1 min · West Highway 12
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Continue on US Highway 12
28.9 mi · 33 min · US Highway 12
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Continue on East Highway 12
2.6 mi · 4 min · East Highway 12
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Continue on 133rd Street
13 mi · 14 min · 133rd Street
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Continue on US Highway 12 East
1 mi · 1 min · US Highway 12 East
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Continue on 6th Avenue Southeast
5.1 mi · 12 min · 6th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on US Highway 12 West
2.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 12 West
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Continue on 134th Street
6.3 mi · 7 min · 134th Street
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Continue on US Highway 12
68.9 mi · 1 hr 18 min · US Highway 12
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Continue on Highway 12 & 83
1.5 km · 1 min · Highway 12 & 83
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Continue on US Highway 12
18.6 mi · 21 min · US Highway 12
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Continue on East Grand Crossing
1 mi · 1 min · East Grand Crossing
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue East
22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Mobridge.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 12
Continue on US Highway 12
68.9 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Watertown and Rain Showers Likely near Mobridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Mobridge?
The road trip is about 195.3 miles (314.3 km) and usually takes 03h 52m 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?
Aberdeen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.4 miles from Watertown and 97.9 miles from Mobridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.1 miles (269 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.2 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 9:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.98 one way or $51.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Watertown and Rain Showers Likely near Mobridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Mobridge. Straight-line distance: 167.14 mi (268.98 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 Mobridge
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 3,373 |
| Coordinates | 45.5372200, -100.4279100 |
| Altitude | 506 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mobridge (-100.42791, 45.53722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 314 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 26m |
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 | $25.98 | $51.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.30 | $58.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.07 | $64.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.54 | $73.09 |
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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