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

The driving distance from Sioux Falls, SD to Tyndall, SD is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 70 miles (112.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
96.83 mi
02h 08m
Flight
70 mi
112.65 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
70 mi
Kilometers
112.65 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
96.83 mi
Kilometers
155.84 km
Drive Time
02h 08m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tyndall
Thu, Apr 23, 4:18 AM CDT
Return by in Sioux Falls
Thu, Apr 23, 6:26 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sioux Falls
2026-04-23T02:09
Arrive Tyndall
Thu, Apr 23, 4:18 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:09 AM to 12:09 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:12 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sioux Falls
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Centerville
SD

City in South Dakota, United States of America

From Sioux Falls
48.3 mi
01h 04m
To Tyndall
48.5 mi
01h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 to 25 mph SSW
Destination
76°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 30 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    132 m · 20 sec · East 10th Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 229 South

    1135 ft · 28 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    6.3 mi · 7 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South

    1.2 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    777 ft · 19 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    27 mi · 26 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    1690 ft · 43 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West Cedar Street

    2190 ft · 37 sec · West Cedar Street

  12. 12

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    17.5 mi · 26 min · SD Highway 46

  13. 13

    Continue on East Main Street

    3227 ft · 55 sec · East Main Street

  14. 14

    Continue on SD Highway 46

    35.9 mi · 46 min · SD Highway 46

  15. 15

    Turn left onto 416th Avenue

    5.8 mi · 14 min · 416th Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto West 24th Avenue

    2601 ft · 1 min · West 24th Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on Main Street

    2246 ft · 1 min · Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto West 18th Avenue

    15 m · 2 sec · West 18th Avenue

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 18th Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
19 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
SD Highway 46
53.4 mi · 55%
I 29 South
28.7 mi · 30%
I 229 South
6.56 mi · 7%
416th Avenue
5.76 mi · 6%
East Main Street
0.61 mi · 1%
West 24th Avenue
0.49 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

SD Highway 46

Continue on SD Highway 46

35.9 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.8 mi
70 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Centerville
01h 04m from Sioux Falls
Leave By
2:12 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Sioux Falls and Chance Rain Showers near Tyndall.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?

Centerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Sioux Falls and 48.5 miles from Tyndall.

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

The direct path is about 70 miles (112.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 2:12 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.90 one way or $25.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sioux Falls and Chance Rain Showers near Tyndall.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sioux Falls and Tyndall. Straight-line distance: 70 mi (112.65 km).

Sioux Falls

#1 Sioux Falls

The largest city in South Dakota.

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

#2 Tyndall

City in and county seat of Bon Homme County, South Dakota, United States

Population1,015
Coordinates42.9933300, -97.8628500
Altitude433
CountryUnited States
Start: Sioux Falls (-96.70033, 43.54997)
End: Tyndall (-97.86285, 42.99333)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 156 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 12m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.42 gal
12.93 L · about $12.90
Round trip
$25.79
6.84 gal · 25.86 L
Estimated CO2
30.4 kg one way
Round trip: 60.8 kg / 134 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $12.90 $25.79
Mid-grade $4.25 $14.55 $29.09
Premium $4.65 $15.92 $31.83
Diesel $5.30 $18.14 $36.28

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Sioux Falls and Tyndall. The current time is 02:09:42.

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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.