How far is Gregory, SD from Sioux Falls, SD?

The driving distance from Gregory, SD to Sioux Falls, SD is about 182.4 miles (293.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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
182.37 mi
02h 49m
Flight
138.81 mi
223.4 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138.81 mi
Kilometers
223.4 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.37 mi
Kilometers
293.49 km
Drive Time
02h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sioux Falls
Wed, Apr 22, 11:02 PM CDT
Return by in Gregory
Thu, Apr 23, 1:51 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gregory
2026-04-22T20:12
Arrive Sioux Falls
Wed, Apr 22, 11:02 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM CDT

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

Leave by
12:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gregory
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
Plankinton
SD

Township in Aurora County, South Dakota

From Gregory
91.1 mi
01h 24m
To Sioux Falls
91.3 mi
01h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 30 mph S
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gregory and Sioux Falls.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gregory and Sioux Falls.

  1. 1

    Start on East 6th Street

    1291 ft · 59 sec · East 6th Street

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Park Avenue

    10.6 mi · 19 min · Park Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto State Highway 44

    16 mi · 24 min · State Highway 44

  4. 4

    Continue on SD Highway 44

    14.9 mi · 22 min · SD Highway 44

  5. 5

    Continue on West 7th Street

    2086 ft · 41 sec · West 7th Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South Main Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on SD Highway 45

    23.7 mi · 35 min · SD Highway 45

  8. 8

    Take the ramp right

    1563 ft · 38 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    110.7 mi · 1 hr 45 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South

    2551 ft · 33 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    3.6 mi · 4 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Downtown

    1309 ft · 32 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion

    610 ft · 21 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue

    633 ft · 23 sec · South Lowell Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East 8th Street

    992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue

    540 ft · 24 sec · North Chicago Avenue

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Chicago Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gregory and Sioux Falls.

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
17 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SD Highway 45
135 mi · 74%
State Highway 44
16 mi · 9%
SD Highway 44
14.9 mi · 8%
Park Avenue
10.6 mi · 6%
I 229 South
4.05 mi · 2%
South Main Avenue
0.74 mi
Longest Stretch

SD Highway 45

Merge slight left

111 mi · 01h 45m

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
02h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.6 mi
138.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Plankinton
01h 24m from Gregory
Leave By
12:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Gregory and Mostly Sunny near Sioux Falls.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gregory to Sioux Falls?

The road trip is about 182.4 miles (293.5 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?

Plankinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.1 miles from Gregory and 91.3 miles from Sioux Falls.

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

The direct path is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.6 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 12:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.29 one way or $48.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gregory and Mostly Sunny near Sioux Falls.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gregory and Sioux Falls. Straight-line distance: 138.81 mi (223.4 km).

Gregory

#1 Gregory

City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,250
Coordinates43.2322200, -99.4303800
Altitude661
CountryUnited States
Sioux Falls

#2 Sioux Falls

The largest city in South Dakota.

Population157,584
Coordinates43.5499700, -96.7003300
Altitude448
CountryUnited States
Start: East 6th Street (-99.43038, 43.232221)
End: North Chicago Avenue (-96.700171, 43.549971)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 293 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.44 gal
24.36 L · about $24.29
Round trip
$48.57
12.88 gal · 48.72 L
Estimated CO2
57.2 kg one way
Round trip: 114.5 kg / 252 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.29 $48.57
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.39 $54.78
Premium $4.65 $29.97 $59.94
Diesel $5.30 $34.16 $68.32

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Gregory and Sioux Falls. The current time is 20:12:53.

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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.