Charlotte to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1021.8 miles 1644.4 km · straight line
1324.3 miles actual route 2131.3 km · driving distance
24h 41min estimated drive time
$127 - $157 estimated fuel cost
~2h 33min flight time
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Charlotte to Sioux Falls is 1021.8 miles (1644.4 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NW of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1324.3 miles, taking about 24h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 33min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 41min $127 - $157 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 37min $106–$199* Budget
Train ~32h 5min $159–$464* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m 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 341 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 85 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM