Badlands to Brookings: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Badlands from Brookings?

The distance from Badlands to Brookings is 276.8 miles (445.4 km) as the crow flies. Brookings is located E of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346 miles, taking about 6h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Badlands and Brookings. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.