Brookings to Topeka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brookings from Topeka?

The distance from Brookings to Topeka is 368.2 miles (592.6 km) as the crow flies. Topeka is located S of Brookings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 441.9 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Brookings in South Dakota and Topeka in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brookings and Topeka. 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.