How far is Winner, SD from Sioux Falls, SD?
The driving distance from Winner, SD to Sioux Falls, SD is about 192.9 miles (310.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.8 miles (255.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Township in Aurora County, South Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winner and Sioux Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winner and Sioux Falls.
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Start on the route
12 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
3107 ft · 57 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East 2nd Street
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Continue on South Dakota Highway 44
7.1 mi · 11 min · South Dakota Highway 44
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Turn left onto South Dakota Highway 49
7.2 mi · 13 min · South Dakota Highway 49
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Continue on State Highway 49
1.3 km · 1 min · State Highway 49
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Continue on 324th Avenue
6.1 mi · 11 min · 324th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 49
11.5 mi · 20 min · State Highway 49
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.8 mi · 17 min
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Take the ramp right
1194 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
148.8 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 South
2551 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 10th Street, Downtown
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
610 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue
633 ft · 23 sec · South Lowell Avenue
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
992 ft · 29 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue
540 ft · 24 sec · North Chicago Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Chicago Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Winner and Sioux Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 49
Merge slight left
149 mi · 02h 21m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Winner and Chance Rain Showers near Sioux Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winner to Sioux Falls?
The road trip is about 192.9 miles (310.5 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Plankinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.8 miles from Winner and 94.1 miles from Sioux Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.8 miles (255.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.83 one way or $57.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Winner and Chance Rain Showers near Sioux Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winner and Sioux Falls. Straight-line distance: 158.85 mi (255.64 km).
#1 Winner
City in and county seat of Tripp County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 2,787 |
| Coordinates | 43.3766700, -99.8590100 |
| Altitude | 600 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota.
| Population | 157,584 |
| Coordinates | 43.5499700, -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Chicago Avenue (-96.700171, 43.549971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 310 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 24m |
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 | $4.23 | $28.83 | $57.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $30.37 | $60.73 |
| Premium | $5.05 | $34.40 | $68.79 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $40.91 | $81.83 |
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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