How far is Hot Springs, SD from Sioux Falls, SD?
Fastest route
Here are the directions from Hot Springs, South Dakota 57747, USA to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA:
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast on Flagstone Rd toward University Ave.
- 🚗 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto University Ave.
- 🚗 Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Chicago St.
- 🚗 Continue onto US-385 S/S 6th St.
- 🚗 Turn left onto SD-79 N/Heartland Expy.
- 🚗 Take the ramp to US-16 E/I-90/Dakota 79 N.
- 🚗 Merge onto I-90 E via the ramp to Sioux Fls.
- 🚗 Follow I-90 E and take exit 81 from I-29 S.
- 🚗 Merge onto W Maple St in Sioux Falls using Exit 81.
- 🚗 Follow W Russell St to N Minnesota Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- Plan for a 5 hr 39 min journey covering approximately 399 miles.
- Keep in mind that your destination is in a different time zone.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-90 E.
- Stay on I-90 E and take exit 81 to reach Sioux Falls.
- When in Sioux Falls, follow the signs for Russell St/Maple St/Arena and Convention Ctr.
- Utilize the left 2 lanes to turn left onto W Maple St.
- Finally, continue straight onto W Russell St and turn right onto N Minnesota Ave to reach your destination in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA.
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Flight Distance
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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 05h 52m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Town in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs and Sioux Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Sioux Falls.
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Start on the route
28 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto University Avenue
64 m · 15 sec · University Avenue
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Turn left onto South Chicago Street
1817 ft · 31 sec · South Chicago Street
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Continue on Jensen Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Jensen Highway
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Continue on Fall River Road
4 mi · 5 min · Fall River Road
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Turn left onto SD Highway 79
6.2 mi · 7 min · SD Highway 79
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Continue on Highway 79
9.6 mi · 10 min · Highway 79
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Continue on SD Highway 79
9.7 mi · 10 min · SD Highway 79
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Continue on South Highway 79
8.1 mi · 9 min · South Highway 79
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Continue on South Heartland Expressway
2172 ft · 34 sec · South Heartland Expressway
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Continue on South Highway 79
13.6 mi · 16 min · South Highway 79
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Take the exit slight right
1087 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
697 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Elk Vale Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Elk Vale Road
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Take the exit slight right
2710 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
338.1 mi · 5 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South
2551 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Downtown
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
610 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue
633 ft · 23 sec · South Lowell Avenue
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue
540 ft · 24 sec · North Chicago Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Chicago Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Sioux Falls.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Elk Vale Road
Merge slight left
338 mi · 05h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Hot Springs and Sunny near Sioux Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Sioux Falls?
The road trip is about 402.6 miles (648 km) and usually takes 05h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Draper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 200.4 miles from Hot Springs and 202.3 miles from Sioux Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 339.6 miles (546.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 63 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:14 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.59 one way or $107.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 126.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Hot Springs and Sioux Falls, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers around Hot Springs and Sunny near Sioux Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Sioux Falls. Straight-line distance: 339.56 mi (546.47 km).
#1 Hot Springs
City in Fall River County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 3,502 |
| Coordinates | 43.4316500, -103.4743600 |
| Altitude | 1051 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota.
| Population | 157,584 |
| Coordinates | 43.5499700, -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Chicago Avenue (-96.700171, 43.549971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 648 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $53.59 | $107.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $60.44 | $120.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $66.13 | $132.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $75.37 | $150.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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