How far is South Sioux City, NE from Chadron, NE?
The driving distance from South Sioux City, NE to Chadron, NE is about 371.5 miles (597.9 km), with a travel time of about 07h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 335.5 miles (540 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 58m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 29m.
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
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City in Brown County, Nebraska, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Sioux City and Chadron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Sioux City and Chadron.
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Start on Dakota Avenue
1499 ft · 55 sec · Dakota Avenue
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Turn right onto West 21st Street
1 km · 1 min · West 21st Street
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Turn left onto Highway 77
1.3 mi · 2 min · Highway 77
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West
2387 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
36.7 mi · 43 min
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Continue on Willow Street
1615 ft · 34 sec · Willow Street
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Continue on Highway 20
5.6 mi · 7 min · Highway 20
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Continue on 1st Street
2087 ft · 35 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on Highway 20
20.3 mi · 24 min · Highway 20
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Continue on Front Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Front Street
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Continue on Highway 20
8.8 mi · 10 min · Highway 20
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Continue on East Park Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Park Avenue
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Continue on Highway 20
16.5 mi · 19 min · Highway 20
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Continue on 1st Street
1807 ft · 28 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on Highway 20
5.3 mi · 6 min · Highway 20
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Continue on 2nd Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on Highway 20
23 mi · 27 min · Highway 20
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Continue on East Douglas Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Douglas Street
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Continue on Highway 20
17.3 mi · 21 min · Highway 20
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Continue on South Hyde Street
2765 ft · 59 sec · South Hyde Street
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Continue on East 5th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East 5th Street
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Continue on Highway 20
36.8 mi · 44 min · Highway 20
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Continue on US Highway 20
8.5 mi · 10 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on East 4th Street
43.1 mi · 51 min · East 4th Street
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Continue straight
109.7 mi · 2 hr 12 min
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Continue on US Highway 20
10.3 mi · 12 min · US Highway 20
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Continue on South 1st Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on US Highway 20
19.3 mi · 24 min · US Highway 20
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Turn right
13 m · 3 sec
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Sioux City and Chadron.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
East 4th Street
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110 mi · 02h 12m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving South Sioux City and Chance Rain Showers near Chadron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Sioux City to Chadron?
The road trip is about 371.5 miles (597.9 km) and usually takes 07h 29m 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?
Ainsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 185.4 miles from South Sioux City and 186.2 miles from Chadron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 335.5 miles (540 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 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 $49.44 one way or $98.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 116.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between South Sioux City and Chadron, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around South Sioux City and Chance Rain Showers near Chadron.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Sioux City and Chadron. Straight-line distance: 335.51 mi (539.95 km).
#1 South Sioux City
City in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.4738800, -96.4136400 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chadron
City in Nebraska
| Population | 5,250 |
| Coordinates | 42.8294200, -102.9999100 |
| Altitude | 1030 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chadron (-102.99991, 42.82942)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 598 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 38m |
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 | $49.44 | $98.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $55.76 | $111.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $61.01 | $122.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $69.54 | $139.07 |
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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