Detroit to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Sioux Falls?
The distance from Detroit to Sioux Falls is 696.3 miles (1120.6 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 856.5 miles, taking about 15h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Sioux Falls
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 232 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
- You could travel this distance about 35.8 times to circle the Earth's equator