How far is Sioux Falls, SD from Gregory, SD?

The driving distance from Sioux Falls, SD to Gregory, SD is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 37m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
183.21 mi
03h 37m
Flight
138.81 mi
223.4 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138.81 mi
Kilometers
223.4 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
183.21 mi
Kilometers
294.85 km
Drive Time
03h 37m

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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 03h 37m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Gregory
Thu, Apr 16, 3:55 AM CDT
Return by in Sioux Falls
Thu, Apr 16, 7:32 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sioux Falls
2026-04-16T00:18
Arrive Gregory
Thu, Apr 16, 3:55 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 37m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:37 AM to 11:37 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:46 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sioux Falls
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Plankinton
SD

Township in Aurora County, South Dakota

From Sioux Falls
91.5 mi
01h 48m
To Gregory
91.8 mi
01h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
81°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux Falls and Gregory.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sioux Falls and Gregory.

  1. 1

    Start on North Chicago Avenue

    540 ft · 29 sec · North Chicago Avenue

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East 8th Street

    992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Lowell Avenue

    633 ft · 19 sec · North Lowell Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto East 10th Street

    549 ft · 25 sec · East 10th Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit straight toward I 90

    1343 ft · 46 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    111 mi · 1 hr 45 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward SD 45 South: Platte

    1846 ft · 50 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto SD Highway 45

    23.9 mi · 36 min · SD Highway 45

  10. 10

    Continue on North Main Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · North Main Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West 7th Street

    2086 ft · 35 sec · West 7th Street

  12. 12

    Continue on SD Highway 44;West 7th Street

    14.9 mi · 22 min · SD Highway 44;West 7th Street

  13. 13

    Continue on State Highway 44

    16 mi · 24 min · State Highway 44

  14. 14

    Turn left

    10.6 mi · 19 min

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West 6th Street

    1291 ft · 57 sec · West 6th Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux Falls and Gregory.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 90
111 mi · 61%
SD Highway 45
23.9 mi · 13%
State Highway 44
16 mi · 9%
West 7th Street
7.85 mi · 4%
SD Highway 44
7.45 mi · 4%
East 10th Street
4.33 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 90

Merge slight left

111 mi · 01h 45m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 37m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+44.4 mi
138.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Plankinton
01h 48m from Sioux Falls
Leave By
9:46 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Sioux Falls and Sunny near Gregory.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sioux Falls to Gregory?

The road trip is about 183.2 miles (294.9 km) and usually takes 03h 37m 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?

Plankinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.5 miles from Sioux Falls and 91.8 miles from Gregory.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 138.8 miles (223.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.4 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.36 one way or $48.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sioux Falls and Sunny near Gregory.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sioux Falls and Gregory. Straight-line distance: 138.81 mi (223.4 km).

Sioux Falls

#1 Sioux Falls

The largest city in South Dakota.

Population157,584
Coordinates43.5499700, -96.7003300
Altitude448
CountryUnited States
Gregory

#2 Gregory

City in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,250
Coordinates43.2322200, -99.4303800
Altitude661
CountryUnited States
Start: Sioux Falls (-96.70033, 43.54997)
End: Gregory (-99.43038, 43.23222)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 295 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.46 gal
24.47 L · about $24.36
Round trip
$48.72
12.92 gal · 48.94 L
Estimated CO2
57.4 kg one way
Round trip: 114.8 kg / 253 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.36 $48.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.47 $54.95
Premium $4.65 $30.06 $60.13
Diesel $5.30 $34.26 $68.53

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in South Dakota · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Sioux Falls and Gregory. The current time is 00:18:37.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.