Origin
Mitchell, SD
Morning in Mitchell on Friday
Local time
7:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mitchell, SD to Medary, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
109.7 mi
176 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
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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Medary, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mitchell, SD to Medary, SD covers 109.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, 471st Avenue, 223rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.5 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.15 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.
Midpoint
54.8 miles from Mitchell, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 109.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Mitchell, SD to Medary, SD covers 109.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 37.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mitchell, SD to Medary, SD is easy. At 1h 50m with 34% 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 66.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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South Sanborn Boulevard
Turn right onto South Sanborn Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue
Turn left onto I 90 Business / West Havens Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
66.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 29: Fargo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 29: Fargo
5
103.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward Nunda, Ward, Rest Area
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Nunda, Ward, Rest Area
4
104.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
CR 4 / 223rd Street
Turn left onto CR 4 / 223rd Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mitchell, SD and Medary, SD, road signs point toward Nunda, Ward and Rest Area.
Nunda
103.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Ward
103.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Rest Area
103.9 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 37.5 mi | 35m |
| 471st Avenue | 4 mi | 5m |
| 223rd Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Burr Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Havens Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Sanborn Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 37.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchell, SD and Medary, SD.
1
Start on West 1st Avenue
34 ft
·
5 sec
·
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
·
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
37 mi
·
35 min
·
I 29
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Nunda, Ward, Rest Area
9
Turn left onto CR 4
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
223rd Street
10
Turn right onto CR 77
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
471st Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
CR 77
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 54.8 miles from Mitchell, SD, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.5 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 24 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.8 miles or 54m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Medary, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mitchell, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mitchell, SD
This is one driving day of about 109.7 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Mitchell, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 29 for about 37.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.8 mi from Mitchell, SD · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.8 miles from Mitchell, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Medary, SD
The final approach into Medary, 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
$17.15 one way
$34.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.11 | $42.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.22 | $48.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.52 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Medary, SD
Morning in Medary on Friday
Local time
7:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
5 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 50m 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 Medary, SD covers 109.7 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, 471st Avenue, 223rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.8 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 $17.15 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 Medary, SD is easy. At 1h 50m with 34% 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 66.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Mitchell, SD and Medary, SD, road signs point toward Nunda, Ward and Rest Area.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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