Memphis to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

680.5 miles 1095.1 km · straight line
813.1 miles actual route 1308.5 km · driving distance
15h 33min estimated drive time
$78 - $96 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Memphis from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Memphis to Sioux Falls is 680.5 miles (1095.1 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NNW of Memphis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 813.1 miles, taking about 15h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Memphis in Tennessee 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 33min $78 - $96 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 40min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~20h 13min $98–$285* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Memphis & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m 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 227 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 57 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM