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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 33m.
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.
City in Charles Mix County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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Start on the route
12 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
26.2 mi · 39 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue straight
33 mi · 41 min
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Turn straight
1740 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
21.1 mi · 25 min
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Continue on SD Highway 46
57.4 mi · 1 hr 14 min · SD Highway 46
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Turn right onto US Highway 81
10 mi · 11 min · US Highway 81
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 5 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
15 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
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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.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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.
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).
#1 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 |
#2 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-97.397278, 42.871173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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