Origin
Brandon, SD
Evening in Brandon on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandon, SD to Tyndall, SD
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
116.7 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brandon, SD
Julio Lopez
Tyndall, SD
Julio Lopez
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Brandon to Tyndall, you are looking at a straightforward 116.7-mile journey through the heart of the South Dakota Great Plains. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 17 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel, keeping the trip quite affordable. Because the travel time is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay unless you have a packed itinerary. Navigating this route is uncomplicated, as you will primarily utilize I-90, US Highway 81, and SD Highway 46 to reach your destination. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.3 miles from Brandon, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 92% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You will begin with the most significant portion of the drive, tackling a 41.9-mile stretch on I-90 before transitioning to secondary highways. The experience is defined by these fast, open stretches that define the Great Plains landscape. While the interstate portion allows for steady pacing, the shift to US Highway 81 and SD Highway 46 introduces a more localized feel to the drive. You will find that the road remains consistent throughout, offering a predictable environment that is easy to manage for any driver.
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 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US Highway 81. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Sylvan Circle.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Brandon, SD to Tyndall, SD is easy. At 2h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sylvan Circle): Navigation decision point; near the start (SD 11 / North Splitrock Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Sylvan Circle
Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SD 11 / North Splitrock Boulevard
Turn right onto SD 11 / North Splitrock Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
43.2 mi into trip
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~43m in
Take the exit toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
4
43.5 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 81 / US Highway 81
Turn left onto US 81 / US Highway 81
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Brandon, SD to Tyndall, SD, road signs begin pointing toward Yankton along the way.
Yankton
43.2 mi in
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~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 41.9 mi | 41m |
| US Highway 81 | 41.7 mi | 47m |
| SD Highway 46 | 24 mi | 28m |
| 416th Avenue | 5.8 mi | 13m |
| North Splitrock Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| 291st Street | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| West 24th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 41.9 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandon, SD and Tyndall, SD.
1
Start on North Pipestone Street
44 ft
·
3 sec
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North Pipestone Street
2
Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle
107 ft
·
6 sec
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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
42 mi
·
41 min
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I 90
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 81: Salem, Yankton
7
Turn left onto US 81
36 mi
·
40 min
·
US Highway 81
8
Continue on US 81
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
291st Street
9
Continue on US 81
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 81
10
Turn right onto SD 46
24 mi
·
28 min
·
SD Highway 46
11
Turn left onto CR 416
5.8 mi
·
13 min
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416th Avenue
12
Turn left onto West 24th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West 24th Avenue
13
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
14
Turn right onto West 18th Avenue
50 ft
·
2 sec
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West 18th Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
West 18th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though hitting the road mid-morning can help you avoid any potential rush hour congestion near Brandon. Because there are no designated stops included in this 116.7-mile route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $18 fuel estimate assumes a steady pace. Keep an eye on your speedometer when transitioning from the high-speed interstate onto state highways, as local speed limits can change quickly. With no mandatory stops required, you can comfortably complete the drive in one go, but having a few snacks and water on hand is always a smart move for a two-hour journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.3 miles from Brandon, SD, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.3 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tyndall, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brandon, 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 Brandon, SD
This is one driving day of about 116.7 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brandon, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 41.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.3 mi from Brandon, SD · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 58.3 miles from Brandon, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tyndall, SD
The final approach into Tyndall, 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 Tyndall, SD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.73 one way
$35.45 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.54 | $39.08 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.03 | $44.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.93 | $51.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35 | 0 | $12.25 | $5.60 |
| Efficient EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Tyndall, SD
Evening in Tyndall on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
2h 17m 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 Tyndall, SD covers 116.7 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, US Highway 81, SD Highway 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.3 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 $17.73 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.
The drive from Brandon, SD to Tyndall, SD is easy. At 2h 17m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sylvan Circle): Navigation decision point; near the start (SD 11 / North Splitrock Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brandon, SD to Tyndall, SD, road signs begin pointing toward Yankton along the way.
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