How far is Wood, SD from Mosher, SD?
The driving distance from Wood, SD to Mosher, SD is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Unincorporated community in South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wood and Mosher.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wood and Mosher.
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Start on Gray Street
44 m · 12 sec · Gray Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1088 ft · 51 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 44
712 ft · 14 sec · State Highway 44
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Continue on SD Highway 44
9.3 mi · 16 min · SD Highway 44
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Turn right
1633 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
1262 ft · 60 sec
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Turn left
115 m · 17 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 Wood and Mosher.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
SD Highway 44
Continue on SD Highway 44
9.3 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wood and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Mosher.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wood to Mosher?
The road trip is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Carter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Wood and 5.2 miles from Mosher.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.46 one way or $2.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wood and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Mosher.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wood and Mosher. Straight-line distance: 9.2 mi (14.8 km).
#1 Wood
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 63 |
| Coordinates | 43.4969400, -100.4773600 |
| Altitude | 656 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mosher
Township in Mellette County, South Dakota
| Population | 24 |
| Coordinates | 43.4683300, -100.2981900 |
| Altitude | 628 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-100.298241, 43.467807)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.05 | $1.46 | $2.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
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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