How far is Yankton, SD from Beresford, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to Beresford, SD is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
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.
County seat of Clay County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yankton and Beresford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and Beresford.
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Start on West 4th Street
1353 ft · 26 sec · West 4th Street
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Continue on East 4th Street
3.8 mi · 4 min · East 4th Street
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Continue on SD Highway 50
29.1 mi · 34 min · SD Highway 50
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Take the exit left toward I 29 North: Beresford
1382 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
1428 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto West Cedar Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Cedar Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1148 ft · 37 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
35 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yankton and Beresford.
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 50
Continue on SD Highway 50
29.1 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving Yankton and Sunny near Beresford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to Beresford?
The road trip is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Vermillion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.5 miles from Yankton and 27.6 miles from Beresford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.7 miles (55.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.32 one way or $14.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yankton and Sunny near Beresford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and Beresford. Straight-line distance: 34.68 mi (55.82 km).
#1 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beresford
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.0805400, -96.7736600 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beresford (-96.77366, 43.08054)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.25 | $16.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
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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