Chicago to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

475.7 miles 765.6 km · straight line
575.5 miles actual route 926.1 km · driving distance
10h 33min estimated drive time
$55 - $68 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Chicago to Sioux Falls is 475.7 miles (765.6 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located WNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 575.5 miles, taking about 10h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 33min $55 - $68 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 40min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~10h 1min $69–$201* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m 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 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM