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 Mitchell, SD
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
87.9 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
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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Mitchell, SD
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Worthing to Mitchell covers 87.9 miles across the South Dakota Great Plains. You can comfortably complete this journey in about 1 hour and 30 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $13, it is a cost-effective excursion for those looking to traverse this part of the state. Because both locations sit within the same region, you will experience consistent terrain throughout the trip. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, the straightforward nature of this drive allows for a simple, stress-free travel experience.
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
44 miles from Worthing, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway driving, with 95% of your time spent on major routes like I-29, I-90, and 280th Street. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, highlighted by a significant 64.1-mile stretch along I-90. Expect a fast-paced environment where the road remains predictable and efficient. The transition between interstate segments and local roads is minimal, keeping your momentum high from start to finish. Behind the wheel, you should anticipate a straightforward, interstate-heavy experience that prioritizes speed and direct navigation over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 64.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 29. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 124 / West 1st Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
|
I 29
Merge onto I 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
21.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 90 West: Rapid City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90 West: Rapid City
5
21.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
86.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 64.1 mi | 1h |
| I 29 | 19.5 mi | 20m |
| 280th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Burr Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Havens Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Sanborn Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 90 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 64.1 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worthing, SD and Mitchell, 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
64 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 90
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit onto I 90 Business
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 90 Business
Toward Mitchell
9
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
4 sec
10
Turn straight onto I 90 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Burr Street
11
Turn left onto I 90 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Havens Avenue
12
Turn slight right
260 ft
·
9 sec
13
Turn straight onto South Sanborn Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sanborn Boulevard
14
Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 1st Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
West 1st Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic hours. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the 1.5-hour duration is easily manageable for most drivers without a break. Given the high percentage of highway travel, ensure your vehicle is prepared for consistent speeds before you merge onto I-90. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind when planning your fill-ups, as you will cover the majority of the distance in one uninterrupted push. Staying alert during that long 64.1-mile interstate stretch is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in Mitchell.
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 44 miles from Worthing, SD, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.1 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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 46m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mitchell, 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 87.9 miles and 1h 30m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 64.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Worthing, SD · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 44 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 64.1 miles.
Arriving in Mitchell, SD
The final approach into Mitchell, 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 Mitchell, 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
$13.35 one way
$26.70 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.72 | $29.44 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.59 | $33.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.53 | $39.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.31 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Mitchell, SD
Evening in Mitchell on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
CDT
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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 Worthing, SD to Mitchell, SD covers 87.9 miles and takes about 1h 30m 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 44 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 $13.35 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Worthing, SD to Mitchell, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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