Colorado Springs to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

576.4 miles 927.6 km · straight line
793 miles actual route 1276.2 km · driving distance
14h 21min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Watertown, South Dakota is 576.4 miles (927.6 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located NE of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 793 miles, taking about 14h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Watertown, South Dakota in South Dakota.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Colorado Springs and Watertown, South Dakota. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colorado Springs to Watertown, South Dakota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 21min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 13min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~18h 39min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Watertown, South Dakota

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Watertown, South Dakota
44.90°N, 97.12°W
America/Chicago
528m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 192 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM