Origin
Yankton, SD
Evening in Yankton on Thursday
Local time
6:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yankton, SD to Garretson, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
109.7 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yankton, SD
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Garretson, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Yankton, SD to Garretson, SD covers 109.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, SD Highway 50, I 229 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.15 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.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from Yankton, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 109.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 59m highway drive covering 109.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 29 and SD Highway 50. The longest continuous stretch is about 48 miles on I 29.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 48 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and SD Highway 50. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 33.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.7 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 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 92.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
33.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 29 North: Beresford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 29 North: Beresford
4
92.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 90
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 90
5
93.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
98.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward SD 11: Corson, Brandon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SD 11: Corson, Brandon
5
98.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Yankton, SD to Garretson, SD, road signs begin pointing toward Brandon along the way.
Brandon
98.6 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 48 mi | 45m |
| SD Highway 50 | 29.1 mi | 33m |
| I 229 | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| 482nd Avenue | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| I 90 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| East 4th Street | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| 254th Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| River Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 48 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton, SD and Garretson, SD.
1
Start on SD 52
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 4th Street
2
Continue on SD 50
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East 4th Street
3
Continue on SD 50
29 mi
·
33 min
·
SD Highway 50
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 29 North: Beresford
5
Merge onto I 29
48 mi
·
45 min
·
I 29
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue on I 229
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 229
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 90
9
Merge onto I 90
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward SD 11: Corson, Brandon
11
Keep slight left at fork
193 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn straight onto SD 11
475 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Splitrock Boulevard
13
Continue on SD 11
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
482nd Avenue
14
Continue on SD 11
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
254th Street
15
Continue on SD 11
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
485th Avenue
16
Continue on SD 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Avenue
17
Turn right onto 5th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
18
Turn right onto North Main Avenue
292 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Main Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
North Main Avenue
Trip Plan
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 54.9 miles from Yankton, SD, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 59m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garretson, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Yankton, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yankton, SD
This is one driving day of about 109.7 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Yankton, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 29 for about 48 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.9 mi from Yankton, SD · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Yankton, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Garretson, SD
The final approach into Garretson, SD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.15 one way
$34.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.11 | $42.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.22 | $48.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.52 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Garretson, SD
Evening in Garretson on Thursday
Local time
6:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
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
1h 59m 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 Yankton, SD to Garretson, SD covers 109.7 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, SD Highway 50, I 229. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.9 miles from Yankton, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.15 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 109.7 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 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 92.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Yankton, SD to Garretson, SD, road signs begin pointing toward Brandon along the way.
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