Drive Time
4h 59m
Distance
352.4 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
The drive from Worthing, SD to Box Elder, SD covers 352.4 miles and takes about 4h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 1st Street, 280th Street, I 90 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.2 miles from Worthing, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 59m drive with frequent turns across 352.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 280th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 90 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Box Elder | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Liberty Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 1416 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Front Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Worthing, SD and Box Elder, SD.
Start on South Main Street
Turn left onto West 1st Street
Continue on 280th Street
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Box Elder, Elisworth AirForce Base
Keep slight left
Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
Turn right onto Highway 1416
Turn left onto Oak Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.2 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Box Elder, SD than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Worthing, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Worthing, SD
This is one driving day of about 352.4 miles and 4h 59m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 176.2 mi from Worthing, SD · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
176 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 176.2 miles from Worthing, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Box Elder, 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 Box Elder, SD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$52.32 one way
$104.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $59.01 | $118.01 |
| premium | $4.65 | $64.57 | $129.14 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $73.59 | $147.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.7 | 1 | $37.00 | $16.92 |
| Efficient EV | 88.1 | 1 | $30.83 | $14.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141 | 1 | $49.34 | $22.55 |
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Worthing on Saturday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Box Elder on Saturday
Local time
6:06 AM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Fort Thompson, SD
176 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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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