Origin
Box Elder, SD
Evening in Box Elder on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Box Elder, SD to Worthing, SD
Drive Time
5h 37m
Distance
352.2 mi
567 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 24m
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6 AM
5h 38m
8 AM
6h 4m
10 AM
5h 47m
12 PM
5h 44m
3 PM
5h 48m
5 PM
6h 3m
8 PM
5h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Worthing, SD
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Trip Overview
Spanning 352.2 miles across the South Dakota Great Plains, this route connects Box Elder to Worthing in approximately 5 hours and 37 minutes. It is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that is easily manageable as a single-day trip. Budgeting around $54 for fuel will cover your transit across the state. Since the entire drive stays within the Great Plains region, you can expect consistent landscape conditions throughout. This trip is ideal for travelers who prefer efficient, high-speed travel over winding backroads, making it a reliable option for those looking to reach their destination quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.1 miles from Box Elder, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 99% of this trip is comprised of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90, which accounts for a massive 328.8-mile uninterrupted stretch of the journey. After transitioning onto I-29 and finishing on 280th Street, the road remains fast and predictable. Because this is essentially a long-haul interstate grind, you should prepare for a consistent, rhythmic driving environment. The route is engineered for efficiency, allowing you to maintain steady speeds for nearly the entire 5.5-hour duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 328.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Oak Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 37m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Highway 1416): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 90; US 14): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Oak Street
Turn left onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Highway 1416
Turn right onto Highway 1416
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 90; US 14
Merge onto I 90; US 14
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
330.9 mi into trip
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~5h 13m in
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I 29
Merge onto I 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
350.4 mi into trip
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~5h 34m in
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SD 44 / SD Highway 44
Turn left onto SD 44 / SD Highway 44
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 328.8 mi | 5h 8m |
| I 29 | 19.3 mi | 20m |
| 280th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Highway 1416 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| SD Highway 44 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 328.8 mi, about 5h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder, SD and Worthing, SD.
1
Start on Front Street
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
Front Street
2
Turn left onto Oak Street
365 ft
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
3
Turn right onto Highway 1416
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 1416
4
Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Liberty Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 90; US 14
329 mi
·
5 hr 8 min
·
I 90; US 14
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
8
Merge onto I 29
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 29
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
10
Turn left onto SD 44
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
SD Highway 44
11
Continue on CR 124
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
280th Street
12
Continue on CR 124
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 1st Street
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
419 ft
·
18 sec
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South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
To keep your energy levels high, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the long 328.8-mile stretch on I-90. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you arrive in Worthing well before nightfall. Since this is a highway-focused route, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long interstate sections to avoid any unnecessary stress. Because the trip is designed for a single day, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic or weather conditions. Remember that the final leg involves navigating onto 280th Street, so stay alert as you transition away from the primary interstate system near your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 176.1 miles from Box Elder, SD, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 328.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.1 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worthing, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Box Elder, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Box Elder, SD
This is one driving day of about 352.2 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Box Elder, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 328.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 176.1 mi from Box Elder, SD · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
176 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 176.1 miles from Box Elder, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 328.8 miles.
Arriving in Worthing, SD
The final approach into Worthing, SD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Worthing, SD.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.50 one way
$106.99 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $58.97 | $117.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $66.49 | $132.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $78.25 | $156.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.7 | 1 | $36.98 | $16.91 |
| Efficient EV | 88.1 | 1 | $30.82 | $14.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140.9 | 1 | $49.31 | $22.54 |
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Worthing, SD
Evening in Worthing on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Box Elder, SD to Worthing, SD covers 352.2 miles and takes about 5h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 29, 280th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 176.1 miles from Box Elder, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 37m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Highway 1416): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 90; US 14): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Box Elder, SD to Worthing, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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