Origin
Madison, SD
Afternoon in Madison on Wednesday
Local time
3:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
66.8 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
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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Mitchell, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m 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 37 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
33.4 miles from Madison, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 12m drive with frequent turns across 66.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 2nd Street | — | — |
| Highway 34 | — | — |
| Highway 37 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| North Sanborn Boulevard | — | — |
| West 1st Avenue | — | — |
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 Mitchell, 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
45 mi
·
58 min
·
SD Highway 34
4
Turn left onto SD Highway 37
17 mi
·
18 min
·
SD Highway 37
5
Continue on North Main Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
6
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
7
Turn left onto North Sanborn Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Sanborn Boulevard
8
Turn right onto West 1st Avenue
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 1st Avenue
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 33.4 miles from Madison, SD, or about 36m 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 15 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.4 miles or 36m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mitchell, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Madison, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Madison, SD
This is one driving day of about 66.8 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Madison, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from Madison, SD · 36m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 33.4 miles from Madison, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mitchell, SD
The final approach into Mitchell, SD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.44 one way
$20.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.47 | $22.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.86 | $25.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.75 | $29.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.35 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Mitchell, SD
Afternoon in Mitchell on Wednesday
Local time
3:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
3 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
1h 12m 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 Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m 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 37. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.4 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 $10.44 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 Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Madison, SD to Mitchell, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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