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Distance from Ajax to Sturgis

Driving Distance
45.9 mi 73.8 km
Flying Distance
38.9 mi 62.6 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ajax, South Dakota to Sturgis, South Dakota is 45.9 mi (73.8 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 38.9 mi (62.6 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 50 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 60 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ajax
State/Province South Dakota
Country US
Latitude 43.89749
Longitude -103.181851
GPS 43.89749° N, 103.181851° W
Local Time 2:28 PM
Timezone America/Denver

Destination:

Sturgis
Place Sturgis
State/Province South Dakota
Country US
Latitude 44.409707
Longitude -103.509079
GPS 44.409707° N, 103.509079° W
Local Time 2:28 PM
Timezone America/Denver

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ajax, South Dakota to Sturgis, South Dakota covers 45.9 mi (73.8 km) in a northwest direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 50 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (44.6-45.9 miles / 72-74 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 60 mph (97 km/h).

Available Routes

US-16 E and I-90 W
45.9 mi 50 minutes
Shortest
I-90 W
44.6 mi 45 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.