Atlanta to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

947.4 miles 1524.7 km · straight line
1165.8 miles actual route 1876.2 km · driving distance
21h 26min estimated drive time
$112 - $138 estimated fuel cost
~2h 24min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Atlanta to Sioux Falls is 947.4 miles (1524.7 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1165.8 miles, taking about 21h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 24min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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. 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 26min $112 - $138 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 43min $93–$175* Budget
Train ~27h 52min $140–$408* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 316 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 79 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM