Deadwood to Mankato: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Deadwood from Mankato?

The distance from Deadwood to Mankato is 480.9 miles (773.9 km) as the crow flies. Mankato is located E of Deadwood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 577.1 miles, taking about 11h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Deadwood in South Dakota and Mankato in Minnesota.

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. 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 Deadwood and Mankato. 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.