How far is Brandon, SD from North Sioux City, SD?

The driving distance from Brandon, SD to North Sioux City, SD is about 92.6 miles (149.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
92.65 mi
01h 36m
Flight
73.89 mi
118.92 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
73.89 mi
Kilometers
118.92 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
92.65 mi
Kilometers
149.11 km
Drive Time
01h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Sioux City
Thu, Apr 16, 1:56 AM CDT
Return by in Brandon
Thu, Apr 16, 3:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Brandon
2026-04-16T00:20
Arrive North Sioux City
Thu, Apr 16, 1:56 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Brandon
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Beresford
SD

City in South Dakota, United States of America

From Brandon
46.4 mi
00h 48m
To North Sioux City
46.4 mi
00h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Brandon and North Sioux City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brandon and North Sioux City.

  1. 1

    Start on North Pipestone Street

    13 m · 4 sec · North Pipestone Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Sylvan Circle

    33 m · 7 sec · East Sylvan Circle

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Splitrock Boulevard

    1.6 km · 2 min · North Splitrock Boulevard

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    1484 ft · 36 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    5.8 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South

    1495 ft · 51 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    10.7 mi · 12 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South

    1.2 mi · 3 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    777 ft · 19 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    71.9 mi · 1 hr 8 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward North Sioux City

    1346 ft · 39 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left onto River Drive

    1.6 km · 2 min · River Drive

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Military Road

    829 ft · 23 sec · Military Road

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Military Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Brandon and North Sioux City.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 29 South
73.5 mi · 79%
I 229 South
11 mi · 12%
North Splitrock Boulevard
7.03 mi · 8%
River Drive
0.98 mi · 1%
Military Road
0.16 mi
East Sylvan Circle
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

I 29 South

Merge slight left

71.9 mi · 01h 08m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 36m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.7 mi
73.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Beresford
00h 48m from Brandon
Leave By
3:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Brandon and Sunny near North Sioux City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Brandon to North Sioux City?

The road trip is about 92.6 miles (149.1 km) and usually takes 01h 36m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Beresford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.4 miles from Brandon and 46.4 miles from North Sioux City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.33 one way or $24.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brandon and Sunny near North Sioux City.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Brandon and North Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 73.89 mi (118.92 km).

Brandon

#1 Brandon

City in South Dakota, United States of America

Population10,168
Coordinates43.5947000, -96.5719900
Altitude413
CountryUnited States
North Sioux City

#2 North Sioux City

City in Union County South Dakota, United States

Population2,928
Coordinates42.5272200, -96.4830900
Altitude337
CountryUnited States
Start: Brandon (-96.57199, 43.5947)
End: North Sioux City (-96.48309, 42.52722)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 149 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.27 gal
12.38 L · about $12.33
Round trip
$24.66
6.54 gal · 24.76 L
Estimated CO2
29.1 kg one way
Round trip: 58.1 kg / 128 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $12.33 $24.66
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.91 $27.81
Premium $4.65 $15.22 $30.44
Diesel $5.30 $17.34 $34.69

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Brandon and North Sioux City. The current time is 00:20:19.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.