Indianapolis to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

604.2 miles 972.3 km · straight line
758.4 miles actual route 1220.6 km · driving distance
13h 46min estimated drive time
$73 - $90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Indianapolis from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Indianapolis to Sioux Falls is 604.2 miles (972.3 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located WNW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 758.4 miles, taking about 13h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 46min $73 - $90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 31min $61–$114* Budget
Train ~17h 54min $91–$265* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Indianapolis & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m 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 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM