How far is Yankton, SD from Lennox, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to Lennox, SD is about 65.2 miles (105 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42 miles (67.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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 22m.
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Halfway Point
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City in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yankton and Lennox.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and Lennox.
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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
32.6 mi · 37 min · US Highway 81
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Turn right onto SD Highway 44
14.1 mi · 17 min · SD Highway 44
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Continue on West 4th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto SD Highway 19
2.9 mi · 5 min · SD Highway 19
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Turn left onto SD Highway 44
8.2 mi · 12 min · SD Highway 44
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Turn left onto 278th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 278th Street
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Continue on North Cleveland Street
1026 ft · 33 sec · North Cleveland Street
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Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · West 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
111 m · 12 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Avenue
21 m · 3 sec · West 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yankton and Lennox.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 81
Continue on US Highway 81
32.6 mi · 00h 37m
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 Lennox.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to Lennox?
The road trip is about 65.2 miles (105 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Freeman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.6 miles from Yankton and 32.6 miles from Lennox.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42 miles (67.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.67 one way or $17.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Yankton and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Lennox.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and Lennox. Straight-line distance: 41.99 mi (67.58 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 Lennox
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 2,500 |
| Coordinates | 43.3541500, -96.8920000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lennox (-96.892, 43.35415)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.67 | $17.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.70 | $21.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
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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