How far is Yankton, SD from Tea, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to Tea, SD is about 81 miles (130.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Brown County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yankton and Tea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and Tea.
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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
44.2 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right
1051 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto 273rd Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · 273rd Street
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Turn right onto 469th Avenue
2636 ft · 53 sec · 469th Avenue
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Continue on South Heritage Parkway
2649 ft · 58 sec · South Heritage Parkway
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
2552 ft · 51 sec · East 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yankton and Tea.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29 North
Merge slight left
44.2 mi · 00h 42m
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 Rain Showers leaving Yankton and Chance Rain Showers near Tea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to Tea?
The road trip is about 81 miles (130.3 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Greenfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.5 miles from Yankton and 40.5 miles from Tea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 4:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Yankton and Chance Rain Showers near Tea.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and Tea. Straight-line distance: 48.79 mi (78.52 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 Tea
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 6,405 |
| Coordinates | 43.4463700, -96.8358800 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 1st Street (-96.83588, 43.446483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.79 | $21.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.16 | $24.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
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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