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Distance from Rutland to Salem

Driving Distance
46.3 mi 74.5 km
Flying Distance
32.9 mi 52.9 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Rutland, South Dakota to Salem, South Dakota is 46.3 mi (74.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 32.9 mi (52.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 4 min

The estimated travel time by road is 48 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 57 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Rutland
State/Province South Dakota
Country US
Latitude 44.08952
Longitude -96.96703
GPS 44.08952° N, 96.96703° W
Local Time 10:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Salem
Place Salem
State/Province South Dakota
Country US
Latitude 43.724146
Longitude -97.388953
GPS 43.724146° N, 97.388953° W
Local Time 10:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Rutland, South Dakota to Salem, South Dakota covers 46.3 mi (74.5 km) in a southwest direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 48 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (45.8-47.1 miles / 74-76 km). The primary route shown here saves 3 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 57 mph (92 km/h).

Available Routes

US-81 S
46.3 mi 48 minutes
Shortest
Co Hwy 52
47.1 mi 50 minutes
Co Hwy 26 and US-81 S
45.8 mi 48 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.