Origin
Mitchell, SD
Afternoon in Mitchell on Wednesday
Local time
2:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
78.9 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
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6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mitchell, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD covers 78.9 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, 250th Street, South Burr Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.1 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.34 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
39.4 miles from Mitchell, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 78.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 10.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Sanborn Boulevard.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD is easy. At 1h 19m with 13% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Sanborn Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 90 Business / South Burr Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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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South Sanborn Boulevard
Turn right onto South Sanborn Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue
Turn left onto I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 90 Business / South Burr Street
Turn right onto I 90 Business / South Burr Street
Navigation decision point
4
66.3 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 29: Fargo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 29: Fargo
5
76.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Baltic, Colton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Baltic, Colton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 10.1 mi | 9m |
| 250th Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Burr Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Havens Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Sanborn Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lovely Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 10.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell, SD and Baltic, SD.
1
Start on West 1st Avenue
34 ft
·
5 sec
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West 1st Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Sanborn Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sanborn Boulevard
3
Turn left onto I 90 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Havens Avenue
4
Turn right onto I 90 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South Burr Street
5
Take the ramp
64 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 29: Fargo
7
Merge onto I 29
10 mi
·
9 min
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I 29
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Baltic, Colton
9
Turn right onto CR 114
1.7 mi
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2 min
·
250th Street
10
Continue on Lovely Avenue
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
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Lovely Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Lovely Avenue
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 39.4 miles from Mitchell, SD, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.1 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 78.9 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.4 miles or 39m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltic, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mitchell, 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 Mitchell, SD
This is one driving day of about 78.9 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mitchell, 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 29 for about 10.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.4 mi from Mitchell, SD · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 78.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.4 miles from Mitchell, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltic, SD
The final approach into Baltic, 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 Baltic, 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
$12.34 one way
$24.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.18 | $30.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.42 | $34.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Baltic, SD
Afternoon in Baltic on Wednesday
Local time
2:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
31 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
1h 19m 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 Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD covers 78.9 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, 250th Street, South Burr Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.4 miles from Mitchell, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.34 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 Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD is easy. At 1h 19m with 13% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Sanborn Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 90 Business / South Burr Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Mitchell, SD to Baltic, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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