Aurora, Illinois to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

444.5 miles 715.3 km · straight line
533.4 miles estimated 858.4 km · driving distance
10h 44min estimated drive time
$51 - $63 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Aurora, Illinois from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Aurora, Illinois to Sioux Falls is 444.5 miles (715.3 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located WNW of Aurora, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 533.4 miles, taking about 10h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Aurora, Illinois in Illinois and Sioux Falls in South Dakota.

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 Aurora, Illinois and Sioux Falls. 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 Aurora, Illinois to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 44min $51 - $63 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 53min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~10h 12min $64–$187* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aurora, Illinois & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Aurora, Illinois
41.76°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
207m 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 148 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients