How far is Rapid City, SD from Sioux Falls, SD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rapid City and Sioux Falls is 327.56 miles (527.16 km).
Flight distance from Rapid City, SD to Sioux Falls, SD is 327.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 42 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 38 minutes to travel from Rapid City to Sioux Falls with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rapid City, South Dakota to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is: 348.9 miles (561.49 km) by car.
Driving from Rapid City to Sioux Falls will take approximately 04 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota. It is located in the Black Hills in western South Dakota. Rapid City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rushmore National Memorial and the Mount Rushmore Visitor Center.
| Population | 77503 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°4'50"N 103°13'52"W |
| Latitude | 44.0805400 |
| Longitude | -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota. It is located on the Big Sioux River in southeastern South Dakota. Sioux Falls is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Washington Pavilion and the Sioux Empire Zoo.
| Population | 157584 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°32'60"N 96°42'1"W |
| Latitude | 43.5499700 |
| Longitude | -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sioux Falls: North Chicago Avenue (-96.700171,43.549971)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rapid City and Sioux Falls
The distance between Rapid City and Sioux Falls is 561 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 14 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Rapid City, SD and Sioux Falls, SD. The current time in Rapid City is 06:20:05, although it is 07:20:05 in Sioux Falls.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 46.6 liters (12.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rapid City and Sioux Falls.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rapid City to Sioux Falls is $43.43 (diesel $58.09).
South Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.53 | $3.72 | $4.2 | $4.72 |
| Total | $43.43 | $45.76 | $51.71 | $58.09 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in South Dakota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.528 (Diesel $4.718) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rapid City and Sioux Falls (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
