Aberdeen, South Dakota to Sheridan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

415.2 miles 668.2 km · straight line
498.2 miles estimated 801.8 km · driving distance
10h 1min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
267° W bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, South Dakota from Sheridan?

The distance from Aberdeen, South Dakota to Sheridan is 415.2 miles (668.2 km) as the crow flies. Sheridan is located W of Aberdeen, South Dakota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 498.2 miles, taking about 10h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Aberdeen, South Dakota in South Dakota and Sheridan in Wyoming.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Sheridan. 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 Sheridan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 1min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 1min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~9h 31min $60–$174* Comfort

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, South Dakota
45.46°N, 98.49°W
America/Chicago
397m elevation
Sheridan
44.80°N, 106.96°W
America/Denver
1141m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients