How far is Jefferson, SD from Sioux Falls, SD?
The driving distance from Jefferson, SD to Sioux Falls, SD is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jefferson and Sioux Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson and Sioux Falls.
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Start on South 3rd Street
17 m · 8 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1163 ft · 24 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Dakota Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Dakota Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1219 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
65.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Downtown
894 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
91 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto East 10th Street
527 ft · 19 sec · East 10th Street
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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 Jefferson and Sioux Falls.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Dakota Street
Merge slight left
65.2 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Jefferson 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 Jefferson to Sioux Falls?
The road trip is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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 37.2 miles from Jefferson and 37.2 miles from Sioux Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.92 one way or $19.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jefferson and Sunny near Sioux Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jefferson and Sioux Falls. Straight-line distance: 65.85 mi (105.98 km).
#1 Jefferson
City in South Dakota, United States
| Population | 1,159 |
| Coordinates | 42.6025000, -96.5592000 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| 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: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.19 | $22.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
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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