South Dakota road trips
Best Road Trips in South Dakota
20 popular South Dakota drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.10/gal.
Our South Dakota road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between South Dakota metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.10/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.10/gal South Dakota regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major South Dakota origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
New York → Sioux Falls
The headline South Dakota road trip — 1389 miles, about 22.4 hours of driving and roughly $154 in gas at $3.10/gal.
More top South Dakota drives (19)
Atlanta → Sioux Falls
1118 mi · ~18.0 h · ~$124 gas
Open tripSioux Falls → Dallas
877 mi · ~14.1 h · ~$97 gas
Open tripIndianapolis → Sioux Falls
713 mi · ~11.5 h · ~$79 gas
Open tripGrand Rapids → Sioux Falls
658 mi · ~10.6 h · ~$73 gas
Open tripSt. Louis → Sioux Falls
566 mi · ~9.1 h · ~$63 gas
Open tripChicago → Sioux Falls
561 mi · ~9.0 h · ~$62 gas
Open tripSpringfield → Sioux Falls
558 mi · ~9.0 h · ~$62 gas
Open tripMilwaukee → Sioux Falls
525 mi · ~8.5 h · ~$58 gas
Open tripSioux Falls → Wichita
478 mi · ~7.7 h · ~$53 gas
Open tripMadison → Sioux Falls
436 mi · ~7.0 h · ~$48 gas
Open tripKansas City → Sioux Falls
385 mi · ~6.2 h · ~$43 gas
Open tripSioux Falls → Topeka
372 mi · ~6.0 h · ~$41 gas
Open tripSioux Falls → Bismarck
354 mi · ~5.7 h · ~$39 gas
Open tripSioux Falls → Fargo
272 mi · ~4.4 h · ~$30 gas
Open tripDes Moines → Sioux Falls
245 mi · ~4.0 h · ~$27 gas
Open tripSt. Paul → Sioux Falls
242 mi · ~3.9 h · ~$27 gas
Open tripMinneapolis → Sioux Falls
234 mi · ~3.8 h · ~$26 gas
Open tripLincoln → Sioux Falls
223 mi · ~3.6 h · ~$25 gas
Open tripOmaha → Sioux Falls
192 mi · ~3.1 h · ~$21 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in South Dakota
Top South Dakota road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.10/gal.
Cheapest South Dakota road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from South Dakota.
Long-distance road trips from South Dakota
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near South Dakota — Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa.
Gas prices in South Dakota
Estimated regular at $3.10/gal · premium $3.75 · diesel $3.60.
Best vehicles for South Dakota drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in South Dakota
Daily driving cost estimates for major South Dakota-area cities.
EV vs gas in South Dakota
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for South Dakota trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a South Dakota road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of South Dakota. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a South Dakota road trip cost in fuel?
At South Dakota's estimated $3.10/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.07 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is South Dakota EV-friendly for road trips?
South Dakota has more limited fast-charging coverage outside major cities. For an EV trip, plan stops carefully and consider hybrid alternatives.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.