How far is Rapid City, SD from North Sioux City, SD?
The driving distance from Rapid City, SD to North Sioux City, SD is about 423.3 miles (681.3 km), with a travel time of about 06h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 355.7 miles (572.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 46m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
City in and county seat of Brule County, South Dakota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rapid City and North Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rapid City and North Sioux City.
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Start on Mount Rushmore Road
1223 ft · 48 sec · Mount Rushmore Road
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Turn left onto Omaha Street
1094 ft · 38 sec · Omaha Street
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Sioux Falls
1661 ft · 29 sec
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Continue straight
338.5 mi · 5 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
81 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North Sioux City
1346 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto River Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · River Drive
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Turn left onto Military Road
829 ft · 23 sec · Military Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Military Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rapid City and North Sioux City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 90 East
Continue straight
338 mi · 05h 20m
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.
Sunny leaving Rapid City 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 Rapid City to North Sioux City?
The road trip is about 423.3 miles (681.3 km) and usually takes 06h 46m 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?
Chamberlain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 211.3 miles from Rapid City and 212.1 miles from North Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 355.7 miles (572.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.6 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT. 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 $56.34 one way or $112.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 132.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Rapid City and North Sioux City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rapid City and Sunny near North Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rapid City and North Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 355.73 mi (572.5 km).
#1 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota.
| Population | 77,503 |
| Coordinates | 44.0805400, -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Sioux City
City in Union County South Dakota, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 42.5272200, -96.4830900 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Sioux City (-96.48309, 42.52722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 681 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $56.34 | $112.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $63.54 | $127.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $69.53 | $139.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $79.24 | $158.48 |
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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