Bismarck to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bismarck from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Bismarck to Sioux Falls is 299.7 miles (482.4 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located SE of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 374.7 miles, taking about 7h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bismarck 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.