How far is Yankton, SD from Dakota Dunes, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to Dakota Dunes, SD is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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 09m.
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 Dakota Dunes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and Dakota Dunes.
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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
28.9 mi · 33 min · SD Highway 50
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South: Elk Point
1578 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
25.1 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Dakota Dunes
2108 ft · 54 sec
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Turn right onto Dakota Dunes Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Dakota Dunes Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Sawgrass Trail
843 ft · 25 sec · East Sawgrass Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto East Sawgrass Trail
2280 ft · 2 min · East Sawgrass Trail
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Turn right onto Pebble Beach Drive
130 m · 20 sec · Pebble Beach Drive
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Turn right onto North Royal Troon
749 ft · 39 sec · North Royal Troon
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Turn left onto Glen Eagle Court
74 m · 12 sec · Glen Eagle Court
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Continue on Glen Eagle Court
31 m · 4 sec · Glen Eagle Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Glen Eagle Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yankton and Dakota Dunes.
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
28.9 mi · 00h 33m
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 Snow Showers leaving Yankton and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Dakota Dunes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to Dakota Dunes?
The road trip is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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 30.3 miles from Yankton and 30.4 miles from Dakota Dunes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.3 miles (85.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.07 one way or $16.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Yankton and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Dakota Dunes.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and Dakota Dunes. Straight-line distance: 53.32 mi (85.81 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 Dakota Dunes
Township in Union County, South Dakota
| Population | 2,540 |
| Coordinates | 42.4874900, -96.4864200 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dakota Dunes (-96.48642, 42.48749)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
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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