Norfolk, Nebraska to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.4 miles 177.6 km · straight line
137.9 miles estimated 222 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Norfolk, Nebraska from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Norfolk, Nebraska to Sioux Falls is 110.4 miles (177.6 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NNE of Norfolk, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 137.9 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Nebraska 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Norfolk, Nebraska 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 Norfolk, Nebraska to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $17–$48* Comfort

Quick Facts

Norfolk, Nebraska
42.03°N, 97.42°W
America/Chicago
464m 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 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 225.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients