Origin
Brandon, SD
Morning in Brandon on Saturday
Local time
6:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandon, SD to Beresford, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
48.2 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
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.
Brandon, SD
Patrick
Beresford, SD
Julio Lopez
Trip Overview
Brandon, SD to Beresford, SD is 48.2 miles and takes about 53m via I 29, I 229, and I 90, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily on interstates, taking you through the Great Plains region of South Dakota. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Plan for a quick transition between these two South Dakota points.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 48.2 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 (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey on interstates. You'll experience a predominantly fast-paced drive for the majority of the 48.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 27 miles on I 29. The route doesn't offer significant changes in road type, maintaining a consistent interstate feel throughout.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 27 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and I 229. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Sylvan Circle.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 48.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sylvan Circle): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Sylvan Circle
Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 229 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 400
Toward I 229 South
5
18.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 29 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 29 South
5
48.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 27 mi | 25m |
| I 229 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 90 | 5.8 mi | 5m |
| West Cedar Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Splitrock Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Sylvan Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 27 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon, SD and Beresford, SD.
1
Start on North Pipestone Street
44 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Pipestone Street
2
Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle
107 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Sylvan Circle
3
Turn right onto SD 11
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Splitrock Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge onto I 90
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 400
Toward I 229 South
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on I 229
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 229
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 29 South
9
Continue on I 229
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 229
10
Merge onto I 29
27 mi
·
25 min
·
I 29
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
12
Turn left onto SD 46
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cedar Street
13
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North 3rd Street
14
Turn left onto East Main Street
116 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.1 mi from Brandon, SD · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Brandon, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beresford, SD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Beresford, 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
$7.54 one way
$15.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.28 | $18.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Beresford, SD
Morning in Beresford on Saturday
Local time
6:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 degrees warmer 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 Brandon, SD to Beresford, SD covers 48.2 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, I 229, I 90. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.1 miles from Brandon, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.54 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 48.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sylvan Circle): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brandon, SD to Beresford, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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