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

The driving distance from Webster, SD to Sioux Falls, SD is about 156 miles (251 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 129.6 miles (208.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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
155.98 mi
02h 12m
Flight
129.61 mi
208.58 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
129.61 mi
Kilometers
208.58 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
155.98 mi
Kilometers
251.02 km
Drive Time
02h 12m

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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 02h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sioux Falls
Wed, Apr 22, 11:17 PM CDT
Return by in Webster
Thu, Apr 23, 1:30 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Webster
2026-04-22T21:05
Arrive Sioux Falls
Wed, Apr 22, 11:17 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:13 AM to 12:13 PM CDT

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

Leave by
2:04 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Webster
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
Toronto
SD

Town in South Dakota, United States of America

From Webster
77.9 mi
01h 06m
To Sioux Falls
78.1 mi
01h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 to 23 mph SSE
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East 7th Avenue

    4 m · 2 sec · East 7th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    3202 ft · 44 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto East Highway 12

    2636 ft · 35 sec · East Highway 12

  4. 4

    Continue on US Highway 12

    22.6 mi · 26 min · US Highway 12

  5. 5

    Take the exit right toward I 29, US 81: Watertown

    1761 ft · 43 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    122.9 mi · 1 hr 55 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Interstate 90 East: Albert Lea

    1230 ft · 30 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    3.7 mi · 4 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South

    2551 ft · 33 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    3.6 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Downtown

    1309 ft · 32 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion

    610 ft · 21 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue

    633 ft · 23 sec · South Lowell Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn left onto East 8th Street

    992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue

    540 ft · 24 sec · North Chicago Avenue

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Chicago Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 29
123 mi · 79%
US Highway 12
22.6 mi · 15%
I 229 South
4.05 mi · 3%
Interstate 90 East
3.98 mi · 3%
Main Street
0.61 mi
East Highway 12
0.5 mi
Longest Stretch

I 29

Merge slight left

123 mi · 01h 55m

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 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.4 mi
129.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Toronto
01h 06m from Webster
Leave By
2:04 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Webster and Mostly Sunny near Sioux Falls.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 156 miles (251 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?

Toronto is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.9 miles from Webster and 78.1 miles from Sioux Falls.

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

The direct path is about 129.6 miles (208.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.74 one way or $41.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Webster and Sioux Falls. Straight-line distance: 129.61 mi (208.58 km).

Webster

#1 Webster

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

Population1,694
Coordinates45.3321800, -97.5200900
Altitude566
CountryUnited States
Sioux Falls

#2 Sioux Falls

The largest city in South Dakota.

Population157,584
Coordinates43.5499700, -96.7003300
Altitude448
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-97.520141, 45.332206)
End: North Chicago Avenue (-96.700171, 43.549971)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 251 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.5 gal
20.83 L · about $20.74
Round trip
$41.48
11 gal · 41.66 L
Estimated CO2
48.9 kg one way
Round trip: 97.8 kg / 216 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $20.74 $41.48
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.39 $46.78
Premium $4.65 $25.60 $51.19
Diesel $5.30 $29.17 $58.34

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 Webster and Sioux Falls. The current time is 21:05:20.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.