Origin
Pierre, SD
Late night in Pierre on Thursday
Local time
3:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 23m
Distance
199.1 mi
320 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 12m
★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 34m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 17m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD covers 199.1 miles and takes about 3h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Pierre Street, West Sioux Avenue, Highway 83 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.13 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99.5 miles from Pierre, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 23m. Total distance: 199.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 23m drive with frequent turns across 199.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Pierre Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD is easy. At 3h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Pierre Street | — | — |
| West Sioux Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 83 | — | — |
| North Deadwood Street | — | — |
| North 1st Street | — | — |
| US 16 | — | — |
| North Elk Vale Road | — | — |
| East Catron Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Pierre Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierre, SD and Colonial Pine Hills, SD.
1
Start on South Euclid Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Euclid Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Pierre Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Pierre Street
3
Turn right onto West Sioux Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Sioux Avenue
4
Continue on North Highway 83
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Highway 83
5
Continue on North Deadwood Street
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Deadwood Street
6
Continue on North 1st Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
7
Continue on South US Highway 83
31 mi
·
34 min
·
South US Highway 83
8
Take the exit slight right
95 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
9
Continue straight
55 mi
·
53 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 16 Truck, ND 79 South: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 16 Truck, ND 79 South: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse
11
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
12
Continue on North Elk Vale Road
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
North Elk Vale Road
13
Continue on East Catron Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Catron Boulevard
14
Continue on Catron Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Catron Boulevard
15
Turn left onto Sheridan Lake Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Sheridan Lake Road
16
Turn left onto Clarkson Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Clarkson Road
17
Turn right onto Alfalfa Court
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Alfalfa Court
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 99.5 miles from Pierre, SD, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
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 44 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.5 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colonial Pine Hills, 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 199.1 miles and 3h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Pierre, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.5 mi from Pierre, SD · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.5 miles from Pierre, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Colonial Pine Hills, SD
The final approach into Colonial Pine Hills, 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 Colonial Pine Hills, 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
$31.13 one way
$62.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.18 | $68.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.31 | $76.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.96 | $87.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.91 | $9.56 |
| Efficient EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.42 | $7.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.87 | $12.74 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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
Colonial Pine Hills, SD
Late night in Colonial Pine Hills on Thursday
Local time
2:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Mission, SD
100 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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
3h 23m 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 Colonial Pine Hills, SD covers 199.1 miles and takes about 3h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Pierre Street, West Sioux Avenue, Highway 83. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.5 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 $31.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD is easy. At 3h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pierre, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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