Mount Rushmore to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rushmore from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Mount Rushmore to Sioux Falls is 336.8 miles (542.1 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located E of Mount Rushmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 404.2 miles, taking about 8h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Mount Rushmore 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.