Origin
Bradley, SD
Evening in Bradley on Thursday
Local time
5:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bradley, SD to Willow Lake, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
42.9 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Bradley, SD to Willow Lake, SD covers 42.9 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SD Highway 25, SD Highway 20, SD Highway 28 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.1 miles on SD Highway 25. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 42.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 42.9 miles, with most of the trip on SD Highway 25 and SD Highway 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.1 miles on SD Highway 25.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SD Highway 25 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SD Highway 25 and SD Highway 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bently Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Bently Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SD 20 / SD Highway 20): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (US 212; SD 25 / US Highway 212): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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Bently Avenue
Turn right onto Bently Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SD 20 / SD Highway 20
At end of road, turn right onto SD 20 / SD Highway 20
Navigation decision point
5
20.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
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US 212; SD 25 / US Highway 212
At end of road, turn right onto US 212; SD 25 / US Highway 212
Navigation decision point
4
21.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
SD 25 / SD Highway 25
Turn left onto SD 25 / SD Highway 25
Navigation decision point
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SD Highway 25 | 32.1 mi | 37m |
| SD Highway 20 | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| SD Highway 28 | 4 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 212 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Grant Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bently Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SD Highway 25
— 32.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradley, SD and Willow Lake, SD.
1
Start on Main Street
47 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Bently Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Bently Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto SD 20
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
SD Highway 20
4
Turn right onto SD 25
15 mi
·
17 min
·
SD Highway 25
5
At end of road, turn right onto US 212; SD 25
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 212
6
Turn left onto SD 25
17 mi
·
19 min
·
SD Highway 25
7
Turn right onto SD 28
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
SD Highway 28
8
Turn left onto CR 47
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Grant Avenue
9
Turn right onto 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
3rd Street
10
Arrive at destination
3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Bradley, SD · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Bradley, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Willow Lake, SD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Willow Lake, SD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.71 one way
$13.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.36 | $14.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.47 | $18.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Willow Lake, SD
Evening in Willow Lake on Thursday
Local time
5:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Henry, SD
21 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bradley, SD to Willow Lake, SD covers 42.9 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SD Highway 25, SD Highway 20, SD Highway 28. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 miles from Bradley, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bently Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SD 20 / SD Highway 20): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (US 212; SD 25 / US Highway 212): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bradley, SD to Willow Lake, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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