Raleigh to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1098.2 miles 1767.4 km · straight line
1371.2 miles actual route 2206.8 km · driving distance
25h 44min estimated drive time
$132 - $162 estimated fuel cost
~2h 43min flight time
305° NW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Raleigh to Sioux Falls is 1098.2 miles (1767.4 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1371.2 miles, taking about 25h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 43min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25h 44min $132 - $162 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~30h 53min $110–$206* Budget
Train ~33h 27min $165–$480* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m 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 366 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 92 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM