Origin
Oldham, SD
Evening in Oldham on Wednesday
Local time
7:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oldham, SD to Lake Preston, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oldham, SD
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Lake Preston, SD
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Trip Overview
This short 13.1-mile drive from Oldham to Lake Preston in South Dakota is a quick trip, taking about 32 minutes to complete. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $2, it's an easy and economical option. As it's entirely within the Great Plains region, you'll experience consistent, open landscapes throughout. This route is ideal as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The primary roads you'll navigate are 445th Avenue, 212th Street, and 442nd Avenue, offering a straightforward local journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.5 miles from Oldham, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.5 miles on 445th Avenue. This means you'll be making frequent turns and adjustments, so staying alert is key. The character of the road remains consistently local and direct, without any significant shifts in terrain or road type as you progress from Oldham to Lake Preston.
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.
445th Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 5.5 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 10 / North Epton Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 10 / North Epton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (CR 10 / 212th Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 14 / 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 10 / North Epton Avenue
Turn right onto CR 10 / North Epton Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CR 10 / 212th Street
Turn left onto CR 10 / 212th Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 14 / 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
Turn left onto US 14 / 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
Navigation decision point
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
Main Avenue North
Turn right onto Main Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 445th Avenue | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| 212th Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| 442nd Avenue | 3 mi | 7m |
| Park Avenue South | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Epton Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Avenue North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
445th Avenue
— 5.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oldham, SD and Lake Preston, SD.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto CR 10
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Epton Avenue
3
Continue on CR 10
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
445th Avenue
4
Turn left onto CR 10
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
212th Street
5
Continue on CR 10
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
442nd Avenue
6
Continue on CR 10
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue South
7
Turn left onto US 14
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast
8
Turn right onto Main Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Avenue North
9
Arrive at destination
Main Avenue North
Trip Plan
Given the short 32-minute duration, this trip offers great flexibility; you can leave whenever it suits you. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Since there are no designated stops mentioned and the drive is so brief, you can easily make this a spontaneous excursion. Pay attention to the numerous turns on 445th Avenue, 212th Street, and 442nd Avenue, as these are the main arteries guiding you to Lake Preston.
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 6.5 miles from Oldham, SD, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.5 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 13 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Preston, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Oldham, SD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oldham, SD
This is one driving day of about 13.1 miles and 32m.
At 13.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on 445th Avenue for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Oldham, SD · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Oldham, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lake Preston, SD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lake Preston, SD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.05 one way
$4.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Lake Preston, SD
Evening in Lake Preston on Wednesday
Local time
7:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
10 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
32m 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 Oldham, SD to Lake Preston, SD covers 13.1 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 445th Avenue, 212th Street, 442nd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Oldham, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.05 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.
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 10 / North Epton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles (CR 10 / 212th Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 14 / 1st Street Northeast;1st Street Southeast): Navigation decision point.
The route from Oldham, SD to Lake Preston, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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