Albuquerque to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

788.1 miles 1268.4 km · straight line
1002.7 miles actual route 1613.7 km · driving distance
18h 48min estimated drive time
$96 - $119 estimated fuel cost
~2h 5min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Albuquerque to Sioux Falls is 788.1 miles (1268.4 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1002.7 miles, taking about 18h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 5min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Sioux Falls in South Dakota.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Albuquerque and Sioux Falls. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 48min $96 - $119 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 34min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~24h 26min $120–$351* Comfort

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Sioux Falls
43.54°N, 96.73°W
America/Chicago
448m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 263 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM