Aberdeen, South Dakota to Dickinson, North Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.9 miles 366.7 km · straight line
284.8 miles estimated 458.4 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Dickinson, North Dakota?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Dickinson, North Dakota is 227.9 miles (366.7 km) as the crow flies. Dickinson, North Dakota is located WNW of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284.8 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Dickinson, North Dakota in North 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 Aberdeen, South Dakota and Dickinson, North 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 Aberdeen, South Dakota to Dickinson, North Dakota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Dickinson, North Dakota
46.88°N, 102.79°W
America/Denver
735m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients