How far is Rapid City, SD from Yankton, SD?

Fastest route

Traveling from Rapid City, South Dakota, to Yankton, South Dakota 57078, is a distance of 357 miles (574 kilometers) via I-90 E. The estimated travel time is 5 hours and 6 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head north on Mt Rushmore Rd toward St Joseph St.
  2. Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left onto Omaha St.
  3. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Theodore Roosevelt Expy.
  4. Keep left to stay on Theodore Roosevelt Expy.
  5. Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 1B, follow signs for I-90 E/Sioux Falls, and merge onto I-90 E.
  6. Follow I-90 E to SD-37 S/410th Ave in Mitchell. Take exit 332 from I-90 E.
  7. Take exit 332 for SD-37 S toward Mitchell/Parkston. Follow SD-37 S and SD-50 E to W 4th St in Yankton.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to have a full tank of gas before starting your journey.
  • 🚧 Check for any potential road closures or construction along the way to avoid delays.
  • ☕ Plan for a rest stop or two during the 5-hour drive to stretch your legs and grab refreshments.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
  • 🕑 Keep in mind the time zone change when reaching your destination.
  • 🛣️ Be aware of the speed limits and follow traffic regulations for a safe trip.
  • 📅 Consider checking weather conditions beforehand to prepare for any possible weather-related challenges.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Rapid City and Yankton is 304.12 miles (489.43 km).

Flight distance from Rapid City, SD to Yankton, SD is 304.12 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 43 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 39 minutes to travel from Rapid City to Yankton with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Rapid City, South Dakota to Yankton, South Dakota is: 357.46 miles (575.28 km) by car.

Driving from Rapid City to Yankton will take approximately 05 hours 08 minutes.

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#1 Rapid City

The second most populous city in South Dakota. It is located in the Black Hills in western South Dakota. Rapid City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rushmore National Memorial and the Mount Rushmore Visitor Center.

Population 77503
GPS Coordinates 44°4'50"N 103°13'52"W
Latitude 44.0805400
Longitude -103.2310100
Altitude 988
Country United States
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#2 Yankton

County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States

Population 14651
GPS Coordinates 42°52'16"N 97°23'50"W
Latitude 42.8711100
Longitude -97.3972800
Altitude 368
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Rapid City and Yankton

The distance between Rapid City and Yankton is 575 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 23 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Rapid City, SD and Yankton, SD. The current time in Rapid City is 17:33:54, although it is 18:33:54 in Yankton.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 11 hours 54 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 08 hours 56 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 07 hours 08 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 57 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 05 hours 06 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 45 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 04 hours 27 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 47.75 liters (12.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rapid City and Yankton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rapid City to Yankton is $44.5 (diesel $59.51).

South Dakota gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.53 $3.72 $4.2 $4.72
Total $44.5 $46.89 $52.98 $59.51

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in South Dakota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.528 (Diesel $4.718) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 12, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rapid City and Yankton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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