How far is Watertown, SD from Winner, SD?
The driving distance from Watertown, SD to Winner, SD is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172 miles (276.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 08m 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 05h 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.
Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watertown and Winner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watertown and Winner.
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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
60 mi · 1 hr 11 min · SD Highway 25
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Turn right onto SD Highway 34
6 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 34
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Turn left onto SD Highway 25
23.6 mi · 27 min · SD Highway 25
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Take the ramp right
1803 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
98.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 47 South: Gregory, Winner
1844 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto SD Highway 47
9.9 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 47
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Turn right onto State Highway 49
11.5 mi · 20 min · State Highway 49
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Continue on 324th Avenue
6.1 mi · 11 min · 324th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 49
1.3 km · 1 min · State Highway 49
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Continue on South Dakota Highway 49
7.2 mi · 13 min · South Dakota Highway 49
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Turn right onto South Dakota Highway 44
7.1 mi · 11 min · South Dakota Highway 44
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Continue on East 2nd Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
3107 ft · 57 sec
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Turn right
12 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watertown and Winner.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 25
Merge slight left
98.3 mi · 01h 32m
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 Chance Light Rain near Winner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watertown to Winner?
The road trip is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km) and usually takes 05h 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?
Riverside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.6 miles from Watertown and 127.9 miles from Winner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172 miles (276.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.4 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 6:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.98 one way or $67.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Watertown and Chance Light Rain near Winner.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watertown and Winner. Straight-line distance: 171.98 mi (276.77 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 Winner
City in and county seat of Tripp County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 2,787 |
| Coordinates | 43.3766700, -99.8590100 |
| Altitude | 600 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winner (-99.85901, 43.37667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 411 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $33.98 | $67.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.32 | $76.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.93 | $83.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.79 | $95.58 |
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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