How far is Yankton, SD from North Sioux City, SD?
The driving distance from Yankton, SD to North Sioux City, SD is about 58.3 miles (93.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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 01h 04m.
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.
County seat of Clay County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yankton and North Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yankton and North Sioux City.
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Start on West 4th Street
1353 ft · 26 sec · West 4th Street
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Continue on East 4th Street
3.8 mi · 4 min · East 4th Street
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Continue on SD Highway 50
28.9 mi · 33 min · SD Highway 50
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South: Elk Point
1578 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
23.8 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North Sioux City
1346 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto River Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · River Drive
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Turn left onto Military Road
829 ft · 23 sec · Military Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Military Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yankton and North Sioux City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SD Highway 50
Continue on SD Highway 50
28.9 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Sunny leaving Yankton and Sunny near North Sioux City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yankton to North Sioux City?
The road trip is about 58.3 miles (93.9 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Vermillion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.1 miles from Yankton and 29.2 miles from North Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.77 one way or $15.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yankton and Sunny near North Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yankton and North Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 52.15 mi (83.92 km).
#1 Yankton
County seat of Yankton County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 14,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.8711100, -97.3972800 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Sioux City
City in Union County South Dakota, United States
| Population | 2,928 |
| Coordinates | 42.5272200, -96.4830900 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Sioux City (-96.48309, 42.52722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.59 | $19.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.93 | $21.85 |
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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