How far is Sioux Falls, SD from Madison, SD?
The driving distance from Sioux Falls, SD to Madison, SD is about 53.6 miles (86.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in South Dakota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux Falls and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux Falls and Madison.
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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
549 ft · 25 sec · East 10th Street
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Take the ramp slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit straight toward I 90
1343 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29: Fargo
2203 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
25.1 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SD 34: Madison, Colman
1593 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto SD Highway 34
2.1 mi · 3 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Southeast 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Southeast 3rd Street
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Continue on Southwest 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Southwest 3rd Street
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Continue on SD Highway 34
13.1 mi · 19 min · SD Highway 34
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Continue on Southeast 10th Street
1 mi · 1 min · Southeast 10th Street
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Keep slight right
112 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto South Washington Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · South Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto Northeast 2nd Street
1126 ft · 26 sec · Northeast 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Egan Avenue
117 m · 11 sec · North Egan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Egan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux Falls and Madison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29
Merge slight left
25.1 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Sioux Falls and Rain Showers Likely near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux Falls to Madison?
The road trip is about 53.6 miles (86.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dell Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Sioux Falls and 26.7 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.13 one way or $14.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Sioux Falls and Rain Showers Likely near Madison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux Falls and Madison. Straight-line distance: 37.67 mi (60.62 km).
#1 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota.
| Population | 157,584 |
| Coordinates | 43.5499700, -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Lake County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,064 |
| Coordinates | 44.0060800, -97.1139500 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street Northeast (-97.113951, 44.006124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.13 | $14.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.04 | $16.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.80 | $17.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
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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