Origin
Madison, SD
Afternoon in Madison on Wednesday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 52m
Distance
350.6 mi
564 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 39m
★
6 AM
5h 52m
8 AM
6h 19m
10 AM
6h 2m
12 PM
5h 59m
3 PM
6h 3m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD covers 350.6 miles and takes about 5h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Northwest 2nd Street, Highway 34, Highway 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.81 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
175.3 miles from Madison, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 52m drive with frequent turns across 350.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 2nd Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 2nd Street | — | — |
| Highway 34 | — | — |
| Highway 25 | — | — |
| Black Hawk | — | — |
| Peaceful Pines Road | — | — |
| Sturgis Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northwest 2nd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, SD and Blackhawk, SD.
1
Start on North Egan Avenue
384 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Egan Avenue
2
Turn left onto Northwest 2nd Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 2nd Street
3
Continue on SD Highway 34
27 mi
·
37 min
·
SD Highway 34
4
Turn left onto SD Highway 25
24 mi
·
27 min
·
SD Highway 25
5
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge slight left
297 mi
·
4 hr 41 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Black Hawk
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Black Hawk
8
Turn left onto Peaceful Pines Road
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Peaceful Pines Road
9
Turn slight left
509 ft
·
22 sec
10
Turn left onto Sturgis Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Sturgis Road
11
Continue on Sturgis Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Sturgis Road
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 175.3 miles from Madison, SD, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
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 77 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.3 miles or 2h 56m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blackhawk, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, 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 Madison, SD
This is one driving day of about 350.6 miles and 5h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Madison, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 175.3 mi from Madison, SD · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
175 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 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 175.3 miles from Madison, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blackhawk, SD
The final approach into Blackhawk, 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 Blackhawk, 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
$54.81 one way
$109.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $60.18 | $120.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $67.47 | $134.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $77.41 | $154.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.2 | 1 | $36.81 | $16.83 |
| Efficient EV | 87.7 | 1 | $30.68 | $14.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140.2 | 1 | $49.08 | $22.44 |
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
Blackhawk, SD
Afternoon in Blackhawk on Wednesday
Local time
3:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
25 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
5h 52m 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 Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD covers 350.6 miles and takes about 5h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 2nd Street, Highway 34, Highway 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 175.3 miles from Madison, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.81 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 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Madison, SD to Blackhawk, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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