Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
231.4 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
The drive from Box Elder, SD to Gregory, SD covers 231.4 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Oak Street, Highway 1416, Liberty Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
115.7 miles from Box Elder, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 16m drive with frequent turns across 231.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 1416 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Liberty Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 183 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 277th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Park Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder, SD and Gregory, SD.
Start on Front Street
Turn left onto Oak Street
Turn right onto Highway 1416
Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 183: Winner
Turn right
At the end of the road, turn left onto 277th Street
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Turn right onto West 6th Street
Arrive at 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.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.7 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gregory, SD than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Box Elder, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 231.4 miles and 4h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.7 mi from Box Elder, SD · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 115.7 miles from Box Elder, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Gregory, 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 Gregory, SD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$34.35 one way
$68.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.75 | $77.49 |
| premium | $4.65 | $42.40 | $84.80 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $48.32 | $96.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.30 | $11.11 |
| Efficient EV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.25 | $9.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.6 | 1 | $32.40 | $14.81 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Box Elder on Saturday
Local time
5:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Gregory on Saturday
Local time
6:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
40°F
Pierre, SD
116 mi in
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Box Elder, SD or browse trips ending in Gregory, SD.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse SD road trips.
Explore maps for Box Elder, SD or Gregory, SD on MapSof.net.