How far is Sioux Falls, SD from Hamilton, MO?
The driving distance from Sioux Falls, SD to Hamilton, MO is about 356.7 miles (574.1 km), with a travel time of about 06h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 297.6 miles (479 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 25m.
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.
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux Falls and Hamilton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux Falls and Hamilton.
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Start on North Chicago Avenue
540 ft · 29 sec · North Chicago Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East 8th Street
992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto North Lowell Avenue
633 ft · 19 sec · North Lowell Avenue
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Turn left onto East 10th Street
132 m · 20 sec · East 10th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 229 South
1135 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
777 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
304.6 mi · 5 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 East: Cameron
1002 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
42.6 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36 Business, MO 13: Hamilton
961 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Davis Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux Falls and Hamilton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 29 South
Merge slight left
305 mi · 05h 21m
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 Sioux Falls and Sunny near Hamilton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux Falls to Hamilton?
The road trip is about 356.7 miles (574.1 km) and usually takes 06h 25m 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?
Council Bluffs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 178.3 miles from Sioux Falls and 178.4 miles from Hamilton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 297.6 miles (479 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.1 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 $47.48 one way or $94.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 111.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sioux Falls and Sunny near Hamilton.
Stop Ideas Near Council Bluffs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Council Bluffs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux Falls and Hamilton. Straight-line distance: 297.66 mi (479.04 km).
#1 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota.
| Population | 157,584 |
| Coordinates | 43.5499700, -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hamilton
City in Caldwell County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 1,691 |
| Coordinates | 39.7436200, -93.9982700 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hamilton (-93.99827, 39.74362)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 574 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $47.48 | $94.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.55 | $107.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.59 | $117.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.78 | $133.55 |
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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