Aberdeen, South Dakota to Grand Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Grand Junction?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Grand Junction is 677.6 miles (1090.5 km) as the crow flies. Grand Junction is located SW of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 813.1 miles, taking about 16h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Grand Junction in Colorado.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, South Dakota and Grand Junction. 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.