How far is Winner, SD from Yankton, SD?

The driving distance from Winner, SD to Yankton, SD is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
146.78 mi
02h 33m
Flight
128.96 mi
207.54 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
128.96 mi
Kilometers
207.54 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
146.78 mi
Kilometers
236.22 km
Drive Time
02h 33m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 33m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Yankton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:26 AM CDT
Return by in Winner
Thu, Apr 23, 5:59 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Winner
2026-04-23T00:52
Arrive Yankton
Thu, Apr 23, 3:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:33 AM to 12:33 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:24 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Winner
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Pickstown
SD

City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States

From Winner
76.2 mi
01h 16m
To Yankton
70.5 mi
01h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Thursday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
21 to 31 mph W
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 to 25 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Winner and Yankton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winner and Yankton.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    12 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West 2nd Street

    26.2 mi · 39 min · West 2nd Street

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    33 mi · 41 min

  4. 4

    Turn straight

    1740 ft · 23 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    21.1 mi · 25 min

  6. 6

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    57.4 mi · 1 hr 14 min · SD Highway 46

  7. 7

    Turn right onto US Highway 81

    10 mi · 11 min · US Highway 81

  8. 8

    Continue on Broadway Avenue

    4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto West 4th Street

    15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Winner and Yankton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West 2nd Street
80.4 mi · 55%
SD Highway 46
57.4 mi · 39%
US Highway 81
10 mi · 7%
Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 3%
West 4th Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

SD Highway 46

Continue on SD Highway 46

57.4 mi · 01h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 33m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.9 mi
128.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pickstown
01h 16m from Winner
Leave By
1:24 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Winner and Chance Rain Showers near Yankton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Winner to Yankton?

The road trip is about 146.8 miles (236.2 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?

Pickstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.2 miles from Winner and 70.5 miles from Yankton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:24 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.53 one way or $39.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Winner and Chance Rain Showers near Yankton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Winner and Yankton. Straight-line distance: 128.96 mi (207.54 km).

Winner

#1 Winner

City in and county seat of Tripp County, South Dakota, United States

Population2,787
Coordinates43.3766700, -99.8590100
Altitude600
CountryUnited States
Yankton

#2 Yankton

County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States

Population14,651
Coordinates42.8711100, -97.3972800
Altitude368
CountryUnited States
Start: (-99.85912, 43.37667)
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 236 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.18 gal
19.61 L · about $19.53
Round trip
$39.07
10.36 gal · 39.22 L
Estimated CO2
46 kg one way
Round trip: 92.1 kg / 203 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.53 $39.07
Mid-grade $4.25 $22.03 $44.06
Premium $4.65 $24.11 $48.22
Diesel $5.30 $27.47 $54.95

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Winner and Yankton. The current time is 00:52:58.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.