How far is North Sioux City, SD from Sturgis, SD?
The driving distance from North Sioux City, SD to Sturgis, SD is about 448.6 miles (722 km), with a travel time of about 06h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 375.4 miles (604.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Lyman County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Sioux City and Sturgis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Sioux City and Sturgis.
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Start on Military Road
829 ft · 27 sec · Military Road
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Turn right onto River Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · River Drive
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Take the ramp right toward I 29 North
1334 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
81.4 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Rapid City
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
364.1 mi · 5 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business
1999 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Edmunds Street
4 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edmunds Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Sioux City and Sturgis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
364 mi · 05h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Sioux City to Sturgis?
The road trip is about 448.6 miles (722 km) and usually takes 06h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oacoma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 223.8 miles from North Sioux City and 224.8 miles from Sturgis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 375.4 miles (604.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.2 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $59.69 one way or $119.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 140.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between North Sioux City and Sturgis, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sturgis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Sioux City and Sturgis. Straight-line distance: 375.41 mi (604.16 km).
#1 North Sioux City
City in Union County South Dakota, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 42.5272200, -96.4830900 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgis
City in and county seat of Meade County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 6,978 |
| Coordinates | 44.4097100, -103.5090800 |
| Altitude | 1043 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edmunds Street (-103.50908, 44.409706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 722 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $59.69 | $119.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $67.32 | $134.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $73.67 | $147.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $83.96 | $167.92 |
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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