Origin
Tyndall, SD
Evening in Tyndall on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tyndall, SD to Yankton, SD
Drive Time
43m
Distance
29.5 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tyndall, SD
Julio Lopez
Yankton, SD
Julio Lopez
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition across the Great Plains, the 29.5-mile journey from Tyndall to Yankton is an efficient choice. Expect to spend about 43 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel will cover the transit, which relies heavily on SD Highway 50. Because the route is short and direct, you have total flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two South Dakota communities without the need for complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.7 miles from Tyndall, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by a focused highway experience, with 82% of your travel occurring on major routes. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 24.2 miles—cruising along SD Highway 50, which provides the most consistent stretch of the drive. As you approach Yankton, the route transitions into Broadway Avenue and West 31st Street to navigate you into the city. It is a practical, highway-centric drive that avoids the complexities of technical or winding backroads. You can expect a steady, predictable pace from start to finish on this open stretch of the plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SD Highway 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SD Highway 50 and Broadway Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tyndall, SD to Yankton, SD is easy. At 43m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.9 miles (US 81; SD 50; SD 52 Truck / Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.5 miles (SD 52 / West 4th Street): 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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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
26.9 mi into trip
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~40m in
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US 81; SD 50; SD 52 Truck / Broadway Avenue
Turn right onto US 81; SD 50; SD 52 Truck / Broadway Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
29.5 mi into trip
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~43m in
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SD 52 / West 4th Street
Turn right onto SD 52 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SD Highway 50 | 24.2 mi | 35m |
| Broadway Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| West 31st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 6th Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 18th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
SD Highway 50
— 24.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tyndall, SD and Yankton, SD.
1
Start on West 18th Avenue
50 ft
·
4 sec
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West 18th Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto SD 50
0.5 mi
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46 sec
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East 6th Avenue
4
Continue on SD 50
24 mi
·
35 min
·
SD Highway 50
5
Continue on SD 50; SD 52 Truck
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West 31st Street
6
Turn right onto US 81; SD 50; SD 52 Truck
2.6 mi
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3 min
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Broadway Avenue
7
Turn right onto SD 52
48 ft
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0 sec
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West 4th Street
8
Arrive at destination
SD 52
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 43-minute drive, you do not need to worry about pacing or mandatory rest stops along the way. Your best strategy is to simply time your departure to avoid local traffic as you transition from SD Highway 50 onto Broadway Avenue. Because the fuel cost is a modest $4, you can easily top off your tank in Tyndall before heading out to ensure a stress-free arrival. Keep in mind that with zero scheduled stops, the entire experience is yours to manage; feel free to adjust your departure time to fit your own itinerary. The primary advantage here is the simplicity of the route, allowing you to reach Yankton with plenty of time left in your day.
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 14.7 miles from Tyndall, SD, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 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 29.5 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.7 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yankton, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tyndall, 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 Tyndall, SD
This is one driving day of about 29.5 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tyndall, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on SD Highway 50 for about 24.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.7 mi from Tyndall, SD · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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
Arriving in Yankton, SD
The final approach into Yankton, 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 Yankton, 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
$4.48 one way
$8.96 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Yankton, SD
Evening in Yankton on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
1 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
43m 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 Tyndall, SD to Yankton, SD covers 29.5 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SD Highway 50, Broadway Avenue, West 31st Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.7 miles from Tyndall, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.48 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 Tyndall, SD to Yankton, SD is easy. At 43m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.9 miles (US 81; SD 50; SD 52 Truck / Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.5 miles (SD 52 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Tyndall, SD to Yankton, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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