Hastings, Minnesota to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.2 miles 336.6 km · straight line
261.5 miles estimated 420.8 km · driving distance
5h 16min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Hastings, Minnesota from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Hastings, Minnesota to Watertown, South Dakota is 209.2 miles (336.6 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located W of Hastings, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.5 miles, taking about 5h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Minnesota in Minnesota and Watertown, South Dakota in South Dakota.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hastings, Minnesota and Watertown, South Dakota. 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.

How to Get from Hastings, Minnesota to Watertown, South Dakota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 16min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 19min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 0min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hastings, Minnesota & Watertown, South Dakota

Quick Facts

Hastings, Minnesota
44.74°N, 92.85°W
America/Chicago
221m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients