Rolla to Sioux Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

465.2 miles 748.7 km · straight line
558.2 miles estimated 898.4 km · driving distance
11h 14min estimated drive time
$54 - $66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Rolla from Sioux Falls?

The distance from Rolla to Sioux Falls is 465.2 miles (748.7 km) as the crow flies. Sioux Falls is located NNW of Rolla. By car, the driving distance is approximately 558.2 miles, taking about 11h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Rolla in Missouri and Sioux Falls in South Dakota.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rolla 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 Rolla to Sioux Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 14min $54 - $66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 29min $45–$84* Budget
Train ~10h 40min $67–$195* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rolla & Sioux Falls

Quick Facts

Rolla
37.95°N, 91.77°W
America/Chicago
342m 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 155 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients