Brandon, SD Road Trips
With 7 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Brandon, SD works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 314 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Brandon, SD head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
403.3 mi
Belle Fourche, SD
Quickest Drive
41m
Lyons, SD
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Brandon, SD
Brandon, SD to Belle Fourche, SD
Brandon, SD to North Spearfish, SD
Brandon, SD to Spearfish, SD
Brandon, SD to Colonial Pine Hills, SD
Brandon, SD to Rapid City, SD
Brandon, SD to Mission, SD
Brandon, SD to Lyons, SD
Driving from Brandon, SD
The typical drive from Brandon, SD covers about 314 miles and takes around 5h 7m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 403 miles (6h 33m), while the shortest is just 24 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Brandon, SD are Belle Fourche, SD (403.3 mi, 6h 33m), North Spearfish, SD (400.1 mi, 6h 26m), Spearfish, SD (396.1 mi, 6h 22m), Colonial Pine Hills, SD (359.8 mi, 5h 50m), and Rapid City, SD (352.3 mi, 5h 38m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in SD currently averages around $4 per gallon. For the typical 314-mile trip from Brandon, SD, budget about $50 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes leaving Brandon, SD and 0 routes heading into Brandon, SD, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 24 to 403 miles.
The longest mapped route from Brandon, SD covers 403 miles and takes approximately 6h 33m. Shorter options start at just 24 miles.
The average route from Brandon, SD runs about 314 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 7m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4/gallon for regular), the average 314-mile trip from Brandon, SD costs roughly $50 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Brandon, SD include Belle Fourche, SD, North Spearfish, SD, Spearfish, SD and Colonial Pine Hills, SD. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Brandon, SD by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,996
Median Income
$104,806
Median Home Value
$317,300
Median Age
37.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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