Origin
Springfield, SD
Night in Springfield on Saturday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, SD to Mitchell, SD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, SD
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Mitchell, SD
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Trip Overview
This 64.4-mile journey from Springfield, South Dakota to Mitchell, South Dakota takes approximately 1 hour and 9 minutes. Designed as a straightforward day trip, you'll primarily navigate local roads with a brief stint on Highway 37 and Highway 50. The estimated fuel cost for this excursion is around $10, making it an economical option for exploring the Great Plains. With no designated stops and a relatively short duration, this route offers a flexible experience for travelers seeking a quick connection between these two South Dakota communities. You'll remain within the familiar landscapes of the Great Plains for the entire trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Street | — | — |
| Highway 37 | — | — |
| Highway 50 | — | — |
| South Burr Street | — | — |
| East Havens Avenue | — | — |
| South Sanborn Boulevard | — | — |
| West 1st Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Walnut Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, SD and Mitchell, SD.
1
Start on 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
8th Street
2
Turn left onto Walnut Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Walnut Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto SD Highway 37
8.8 mi
·
15 min
·
SD Highway 37
4
Turn left onto SD Highway 50
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
SD Highway 50
5
Turn right onto SD Highway 37
47 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
SD Highway 37
6
Continue on South Highway 37
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Highway 37
7
Continue on South Burr Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Burr Street
8
Turn left onto East Havens Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Havens Avenue
9
Turn slight right
259 ft
·
10 sec
10
Turn straight onto South Sanborn Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sanborn Boulevard
11
Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 1st Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Springfield, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.07 one way
$20.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.05 | $22.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.39 | $24.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Mitchell, SD
Night in Mitchell on Saturday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 9m 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?
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive for this 64.4-mile trip, as you'll be navigating a series of local roads including Walnut Street, Highway 37, and Highway 50. With a 0% highway share, this route emphasizes a more grounded, less hurried pace. There's no single 'longest stretch' to report, indicating frequent changes in direction or road type that keep you engaged. This isn't a high-speed journey; rather, it's a direct, no-frills connection that prioritizes efficiency over expansive open road cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Walnut Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, SD to Mitchell, SD is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, SD to Mitchell, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Springfield, SD to Mitchell, SD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mitchell, 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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