How far is Sioux Falls, SD from Rapid City, SD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sioux Falls and Rapid City is 327.56 miles (527.16 km).
Flight distance from Sioux Falls, SD to Rapid City, SD is 327.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 42 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 38 minutes to travel from Sioux Falls to Rapid City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sioux Falls, South Dakota to Rapid City, South Dakota is: 349.93 miles (563.16 km) by car.
Driving from Sioux Falls to Rapid City will take approximately 04 hours 48 minutes.
#1 Sioux Falls
The largest city in South Dakota. It is located on the Big Sioux River in southeastern South Dakota. Sioux Falls is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Washington Pavilion and the Sioux Empire Zoo.
| Population | 157584 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°32'60"N 96°42'1"W |
| Latitude | 43.5499700 |
| Longitude | -96.7003300 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rapid City
The second most populous city in South Dakota. It is located in the Black Hills in western South Dakota. Rapid City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Rushmore National Memorial and the Mount Rushmore Visitor Center.
| Population | 77503 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 44°4'50"N 103°13'52"W |
| Latitude | 44.0805400 |
| Longitude | -103.2310100 |
| Altitude | 988 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Rapid City: Mount Rushmore Road (-103.231059,44.080547)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sioux Falls and Rapid City
The distance between Sioux Falls and Rapid City is 563 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 06 hours 15 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Sioux Falls, SD and Rapid City, SD. The current time in Sioux Falls is 01:57:02, although it is 00:57:02 in Rapid City.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 04 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 46.74 liters (12.35 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sioux Falls and Rapid City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sioux Falls to Rapid City is $43.56 (diesel $58.26).
South Dakota gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.53 | $3.72 | $4.2 | $4.72 |
| Total | $43.56 | $45.9 | $51.86 | $58.26 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in South Dakota ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.528 (Diesel $4.718) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sioux Falls and Rapid City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
