Origin
Mobridge, SD
Morning in Mobridge on Saturday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
108.3 mi
174 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mobridge, SD
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Pierre, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD covers 108.3 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 83, US Highway 12, US 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.9 miles on US Highway 83. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.93 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
54.1 miles from Mobridge, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 108.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 4m highway drive covering 108.3 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 83 and US Highway 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.9 miles on US Highway 83.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 83 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 83 and US Highway 12. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 12; SD 20; SD 1804 / East Grand Crossing.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD is easy. At 2h 4m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 12; SD 20; SD 1804 / East Grand Crossing): Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (US 83; SD 20 / US Highway 83): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles (US 14; US 83): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 12; SD 20; SD 1804 / East Grand Crossing
Turn right onto US 12; SD 20; SD 1804 / East Grand Crossing
Navigation decision point
3
24.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 83; SD 20 / US Highway 83
Turn right onto US 83; SD 20 / US Highway 83
Navigation decision point
3
91 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
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US 14; US 83
Turn right onto US 14; US 83
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 83 | 66.9 mi | 1h 16m |
| US Highway 12 | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| US 14 | 16.4 mi | 19m |
| East Grand Crossing | 1 mi | 1m |
| Highway 12 & 83 | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Euclid Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Euclid Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US Highway 83
— 66.9 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mobridge, SD and Pierre, SD.
1
Start on 4th Avenue East
73 ft
·
5 sec
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4th Avenue East
2
Turn right onto US 12; SD 20; SD 1804
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grand Crossing
3
Continue on US 12; SD 20; SD 1804
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 12
4
Continue on US 12; US 83; SD 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 12 & 83
5
Continue on US 12; US 83; SD 20
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 12
6
Turn right onto US 83; SD 20
31 mi
·
35 min
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US Highway 83
7
Continue on US 83; US 212
36 mi
·
41 min
·
US Highway 83
8
Turn right onto US 14; US 83
16 mi
·
19 min
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US 14; US 83
9
Continue on SD 1889
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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North Euclid Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
SD 1889
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 54.1 miles from Mobridge, SD, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.9 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 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.1 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pierre, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mobridge, 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 Mobridge, SD
This is one driving day of about 108.3 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Mobridge, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 83 for about 66.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.1 mi from Mobridge, SD · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 54.1 miles from Mobridge, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 83 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.9 miles.
Arriving in Pierre, SD
The final approach into Pierre, 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 Pierre, 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
$16.93 one way
$33.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
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: 37.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.37 | $5.20 |
| Efficient EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.16 | $6.93 |
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
Pierre, SD
Morning in Pierre on Saturday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Gettysburg, SD
54 mi in
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
32 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 4m 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 Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD covers 108.3 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 83, US Highway 12, US 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.1 miles from Mobridge, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.93 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 Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD is easy. At 2h 4m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 12; SD 20; SD 1804 / East Grand Crossing): Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (US 83; SD 20 / US Highway 83): Navigation decision point; at 91 miles (US 14; US 83): Navigation decision point.
The route from Mobridge, SD to Pierre, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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