Origin
Madison, SD
Night in Madison on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, SD to Baltic, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, SD
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Baltic, SD
Raul Kozenevski
Trip Overview
Madison, SD to Baltic, SD is 36.3 miles and takes about 46m via SD Highway 34 and I 29, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across the Great Plains region of South Dakota. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for a quick trip between these two points. With its relatively short distance and minimal stops, you can easily complete this drive within a single day. Consider this route when you need a direct and efficient connection between Madison and Baltic.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SD Highway 34 | 15 mi | 21m |
| I 29 | 14.8 mi | 13m |
| 250th Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 10th Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Washington Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 3rd Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 3rd Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lovely Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SD Highway 34
— 15 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, SD and Baltic, SD.
1
Start on North Egan Avenue
384 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Egan Avenue
2
Turn right onto SD 34
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Northeast 2nd Street
3
Turn right onto SD 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Avenue
4
Turn left onto SD 34
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 10th Street
5
Continue on SD 34
13 mi
·
18 min
·
SD Highway 34
6
Continue on SD 34
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 3rd Street
7
Continue on SD 34
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 3rd Street
8
Continue on SD 34
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
SD Highway 34
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 29: Sioux Falls
10
Merge onto I 29
15 mi
·
13 min
·
I 29
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Baltic, US Geological Survey/EROS
12
Turn left onto CR 114
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
250th Street
13
Continue on Lovely Avenue
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lovely Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Lovely Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Madison, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 34 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street
Turn right onto SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SD 34 / North Washington Avenue
Turn right onto SD 34 / North Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SD 34 / Southeast 10th Street
Turn left onto SD 34 / Southeast 10th Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the ramp toward I 29: Sioux Falls
Navigation decision point
Toward I 29: Sioux Falls
5
34 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Baltic, US Geological Survey/EROS
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Baltic, US Geological Survey/EROS
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.99 | $13.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Baltic, SD
Night in Baltic on Saturday
Local time
11:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
31°F
Lone Tree, SD
18 mi in
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
28 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
46m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 82% of the journey utilizing major roads. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for most of the 36.3 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is about 15 miles on SD Highway 34, offering a consistent pace. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal distractions. The route is designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover the distance quickly.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15 mi on SD Highway 34.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SD Highway 34 and I 29. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Madison, SD to Baltic, SD is easy. At 46m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (SD 34 / North Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (SD 34 / Southeast 10th Street): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Madison, SD to Baltic, SD, road signs begin pointing toward Us Geological Survey/Eros along the way.
Us Geological Survey/Eros
34 mi in
|
~42m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15 miles on SD Highway 34. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through SD can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (SD 34 / North Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (SD 34 / Southeast 10th Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baltic, SD before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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