Origin
Worthing, SD
Evening in Worthing on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Worthing, SD to Box Elder, SD
Drive Time
5h 38m
Distance
352.8 mi
568 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 25m
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6 AM
5h 38m
8 AM
6h 5m
10 AM
5h 48m
12 PM
5h 45m
3 PM
5h 49m
5 PM
6h 4m
8 PM
5h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Worthing, SD
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Box Elder, SD
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Trip Overview
Spanning 352.8 miles across the South Dakota plains, this route connects Worthing to Box Elder in approximately 5 hours and 38 minutes. Because the drive is straightforward and primarily highway-focused, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $54 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively predictable expense for your travel budget. Since you are staying within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip, the landscape remains consistent as you move between the two points. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently using major infrastructure.
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
176.4 miles from Worthing, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its heavy reliance on high-speed transit, with 99% of your journey taking place on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90, which accounts for a massive 329.1-mile uninterrupted stretch. The remainder of your navigation involves transitions through I-29 and 280th Street to round out the 352.8-mile distance. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a consistent, interstate-focused experience that favors speed and directness over technical maneuvers. The road's personality is steady and efficient, designed for those who want to cover significant ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 329.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 124 / West 1st Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 38m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 124 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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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CR 124 / West 1st Street
Turn left onto CR 124 / West 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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I 29
Merge onto I 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
21.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
350.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 34m in
Take the exit toward Box Elder, Elisworth AirForce Base
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Box Elder, Elisworth AirForce Base
5
352.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 38m in
|
Front Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 329.1 mi | 5h 9m |
| I 29 | 19.5 mi | 20m |
| 280th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Highway 1416 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Liberty Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 329.1 mi, about 5h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worthing, SD and Box Elder, SD.
1
Start on South Main Street
419 ft
·
23 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto CR 124
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 1st Street
3
Continue on CR 124
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
280th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
5
Merge onto I 29
20 mi
·
20 min
·
I 29
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 90 West: Rapid City
7
Merge onto I 90
329 mi
·
5 hr 9 min
·
I 90
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Box Elder, Elisworth AirForce Base
9
Keep slight left at fork
92 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Liberty Boulevard
11
Turn right onto Highway 1416
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 1416
12
Turn left onto Oak Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Oak Street
13
Turn right onto Front Street
94 ft
·
4 sec
·
Front Street
14
Arrive at destination
Front Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 38-minute transit, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and manage your fuel consumption, which is estimated at $54. Given the long 329.1-mile stretch on I-90, keep a close eye on your gas gauge and don't push your fuel range too far between exits. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue, especially since you have the flexibility to finish the entire trip in a single day. Since nearly the entire drive is on major highways, monitor traffic reports for I-90 specifically, as any delays on that primary artery will significantly impact your arrival time in Box Elder.
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 176.4 miles from Worthing, SD, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 329.1 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 80 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.4 miles or 2h 50m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Box Elder, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Worthing, 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 Worthing, SD
This is one driving day of about 352.8 miles and 5h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Worthing, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 329.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 176.4 mi from Worthing, SD · 2h 50m 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 176.4 miles from Worthing, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 329.1 miles.
Arriving in Box Elder, SD
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.59 one way
$107.17 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $59.07 | $118.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $66.60 | $133.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $78.38 | $156.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.8 | 1 | $37.04 | $16.93 |
| Efficient EV | 88.2 | 1 | $30.87 | $14.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.1 | 1 | $49.39 | $22.58 |
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.
Destination
Box Elder, SD
Evening in Box Elder on Sunday
Local time
5:04 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 38m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Worthing, SD to Box Elder, SD covers 352.8 miles and takes about 5h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 29, 280th 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 176.4 miles from Worthing, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.59 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 38m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 124 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 29): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Worthing, SD to Box Elder, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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