How far is Yankton, SD from Hot Springs, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to Hot Springs, SD is about 417.7 miles (672.3 km), with a travel time of about 06h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 308.7 miles (496.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 58m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Census-designated place in Lyman 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 Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and Hot Springs.
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Start on West 4th Street
15 m · 3 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
4.6 mi · 6 min · Broadway Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 81
52.5 mi · 1 hr · US Highway 81
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Take the exit left
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
301.5 mi · 4 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 16 Truck, ND 79 South: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse
1470 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
869 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on North Elk Vale Road
5.3 mi · 7 min · North Elk Vale Road
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Take the exit slight left
47.9 mi · 54 min
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Turn right onto Fall River Road
4 mi · 5 min · Fall River Road
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Continue on Jensen Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Jensen Highway
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Continue on South Chicago Street
1817 ft · 33 sec · South Chicago Street
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Turn right onto University Avenue
64 m · 14 sec · University Avenue
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Turn left
28 m · 7 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 Yankton and Hot Springs.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US Highway 81
Merge slight left
302 mi · 04h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Yankton and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 417.7 miles (672.3 km) and usually takes 06h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vivian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 208.5 miles from Yankton and 209.2 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 308.7 miles (496.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 109 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.58 one way or $111.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 131 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Yankton and Hot Springs, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yankton and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 308.7 mi (496.8 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 Hot Springs
City in Fall River County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,502 |
| Coordinates | 43.4316500, -103.4743600 |
| Altitude | 1051 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hot Springs (-103.47436, 43.43165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 672 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 12m |
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 | $55.58 | $111.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $62.69 | $125.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $68.60 | $137.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $78.18 | $156.36 |
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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