Kearney to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.5 miles 371 km · straight line
288.2 miles estimated 463.8 km · driving distance
5h 48min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Kearney from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Kearney to Sioux Falls is 230.5 miles (371 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NNE of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.2 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Kearney in Nebraska and Sioux Falls in South Dakota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Kearney 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.

How to Get from Kearney to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 48min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 58min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 31min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kearney & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Kearney
40.70°N, 99.08°W
America/Chicago
656m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients