Origin
Pierre, SD
Morning in Pierre on Saturday
Local time
8:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Trip from Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
90.5 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pierre, SD
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North Eagle Butte, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, SD covers 90.5 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SD Highway 63, US Highway 14/34, US Highway 212 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.1 miles on SD Highway 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.15 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
45.2 miles from Pierre, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 90.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 14m highway drive covering 90.5 miles, with most of the trip on SD Highway 63 and US Highway 14/34. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.1 miles on SD Highway 63.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SD Highway 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 48.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SD Highway 63 and US Highway 14/34. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SD 1889 / South Pierre Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, SD is easy. At 2h 14m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SD 1889 / South Pierre Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 14; US 83; SD 34 / West Sioux Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.9 miles (SD 63 / SD Highway 63): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SD 1889 / South Pierre Street
Turn left onto SD 1889 / South Pierre Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 14; US 83; SD 34 / West Sioux Avenue
Turn right onto US 14; US 83; SD 34 / West Sioux Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
39.9 mi into trip
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~45m in
|
SD 63 / SD Highway 63
Turn right onto SD 63 / SD Highway 63
Navigation decision point
5
88 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
|
US 212; SD 63 / US Highway 212
At end of road, turn right onto US 212; SD 63 / US Highway 212
Navigation decision point
5
90.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
A Street
Turn left onto A Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SD Highway 63 | 48.1 mi | 1h 24m |
| US Highway 14/34 | 36.6 mi | 41m |
| US Highway 212 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| West Highway 14/34 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Sioux Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| SD Highway 34/63 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Highway 83 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SD Highway 63
— 48.1 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre, SD and North Eagle Butte, SD.
1
Start on SD 1889
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Euclid Avenue
2
Turn left onto SD 1889
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South Pierre Street
3
Turn right onto US 14; US 83; SD 34
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Sioux Avenue
4
Continue on US 14; US 83; SD 34
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Highway 83
5
Turn right onto US 14; SD 34; SD 1806
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Highway 14/34
6
Continue on US 14; SD 34
37 mi
·
41 min
·
US Highway 14/34
7
Continue on SD 34; SD 63
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
SD Highway 34/63
8
Turn right onto SD 63
48 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
SD Highway 63
9
At end of road, turn right onto US 212; SD 63
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 212
10
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn left onto A Street
281 ft
·
12 sec
·
A Street
12
Arrive at destination
A Street
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 45.2 miles from Pierre, SD, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.1 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 miles or 55m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Eagle Butte, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pierre, 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 Pierre, SD
This is one driving day of about 90.5 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Pierre, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SD Highway 63 for about 48.1 miles.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.15 one way
$28.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.53 | $31.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.42 | $34.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.98 | $39.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.50 | $4.34 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
North Eagle Butte, SD
Morning in North Eagle Butte on Saturday
Local time
7:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
33 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
2h 14m 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 Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, SD covers 90.5 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SD Highway 63, US Highway 14/34, US Highway 212. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.2 miles from Pierre, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.15 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 Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, SD is easy. At 2h 14m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SD 1889 / South Pierre Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 14; US 83; SD 34 / West Sioux Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 39.9 miles (SD 63 / SD Highway 63): Navigation decision point.
The route from Pierre, SD to North Eagle Butte, 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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