Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
67.4 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Lennox, SD
Julio Lopez
Madison, SD to Lennox, SD is 67.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via I 29 and SD Highway 34, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive primarily on interstate highways, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick trip. You'll be traversing the Great Plains region throughout your journey, so expect wide-open landscapes. With a total travel time under 90 minutes, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion, leaving you plenty of time for activities at your destination or for a leisurely departure.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 40.8 mi | 40m |
| SD Highway 34 | 15 mi | 21m |
| 276th Street | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| SD Highway 17 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, SD and Lennox, SD.
Start on North Egan Avenue
Turn right onto SD 34
Turn right onto SD 34
Turn left onto SD 34
Continue on SD 34
Continue on SD 34
Continue on SD 34
Continue on SD 34
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 29
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 116
Turn left onto CR 105
Continue on CR 105
Turn right onto East Boynton Avenue
Turn left onto North Main Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 66.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SD 34 / North Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SD 34 / Southeast 10th Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 29
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto East Boynton Avenue
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$10.54 one way
$21.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Madison on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Sunny
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 1:10AM MDT until April 18 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Destination
Night in Lennox on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 86% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 29. You'll experience a significant stretch of 40.8 miles on I 29, offering a consistent pace. The route generally maintains a highway feel, providing an efficient way to cover the 67.4 miles between Madison and Lennox. While the majority is interstate, the inclusion of SD Highway 34 and 276th Street suggests a brief transition to more local roads as you approach your destination, so be prepared for a slight change in scenery and speed.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and SD Highway 34. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SD 34 / Northeast 2nd Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 67.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
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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