Phoenix to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1080.9 miles 1739.6 km · straight line
1418.7 miles actual route 2283.1 km · driving distance
26h 35min estimated drive time
$137 - $168 estimated fuel cost
~2h 40min flight time
45° NE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Phoenix to Sioux Falls is 1080.9 miles (1739.6 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1418.7 miles, taking about 26h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 35min $137 - $168 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~31h 54min $113–$213* Budget
Train ~34h 34min $170–$497* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m 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 360 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 90 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM