Origin
Harrisburg, SD
Night in Harrisburg on Thursday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
75.1 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harrisburg, SD
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North Sioux City, SD
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, 276th Street, SD Highway 115 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.2 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 75.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 75.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 29 and 276th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.2 miles on I 29.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and 276th Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near CR 116 / 276th Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD is easy. At 1h 17m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (CR 116 / 276th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 73.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CR 116 / 276th Street
Turn right onto CR 116 / 276th Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
73.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward North Sioux City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward North Sioux City
4
74 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
River Drive
Turn left onto River Drive
Navigation decision point
4
74.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Military Road
Turn left onto Military Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 65.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| 276th Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| SD Highway 115 | 3 mi | 3m |
| East Willow Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Military Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 65.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, SD and North Sioux City, SD.
1
Start on CR 110
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Willow Street
2
Turn left onto SD 115
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
SD Highway 115
3
Turn right onto CR 116
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
276th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
5
Merge onto I 29
65 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 29
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward North Sioux City
7
Turn left onto River Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
River Drive
8
Turn left onto Military Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Military Road
9
Arrive at destination
Military Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Harrisburg, SD · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Harrisburg, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.2 miles.
Arriving in North Sioux City, SD
The final approach into North Sioux City, SD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.74 one way
$23.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.45 | $28.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.58 | $33.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.51 | $4.81 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North Sioux City, SD
Night in North Sioux City on Thursday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
30 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, 276th Street, SD Highway 115. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Harrisburg, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD is easy. At 1h 17m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (CR 116 / 276th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 73.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Harrisburg, SD to North Sioux City, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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