How far is Worthing, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from Worthing, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 386.9 miles (622.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 344.1 miles (553.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 29m.
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 Lyman County, South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Worthing and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worthing and Sturgis.
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Start on South Main Street
128 m · 24 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West 1st Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West 1st Street
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Continue on 280th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 280th Street
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Take the ramp right
1465 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
19.5 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
364.1 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Worthing and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving Worthing and Mostly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Worthing to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 386.9 miles (622.6 km) and usually takes 05h 29m 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?
Presho is a useful midpoint, sitting about 193.2 miles from Worthing and 193.7 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 344.1 miles (553.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.8 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 6:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.47 one way or $102.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 121.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Worthing and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Worthing and Mostly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Worthing and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 344.12 mi (553.81 km).
#1 Worthing
City in Lincoln County, South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,024 |
| Coordinates | 43.3291500, -96.7628300 |
| Altitude | 415 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 623 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 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 | $51.47 | $102.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $58.05 | $116.11 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $63.53 | $127.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $72.40 | $144.80 |
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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