Origin
North Sioux City, SD
Evening in North Sioux City on Thursday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
74.8 mi
120 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 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
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.
North Sioux City, SD
Tom Fisk
Harrisburg, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD covers 74.8 miles and takes about 1h 16m 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 $11.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 74.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m 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 16m highway drive covering 74.8 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 0.2 miles in near River Drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD is easy. At 1h 16m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 66.9 miles (CR 116 / 276th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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River Drive
Turn right onto River Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 29 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 29 North
4
66.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
CR 116 / 276th Street
Turn right onto CR 116 / 276th Street
Navigation decision point
4
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
SD 115 / SD Highway 115
Turn left onto SD 115 / SD Highway 115
Navigation decision point
4
73.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
CR 110 / West Willow Street
Turn right onto CR 110 / West Willow Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 65.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| 276th Street | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| SD Highway 115 | 3 mi | 3m |
| West Willow Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Military Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Willow Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 65.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Sioux City, SD and Harrisburg, SD.
1
Start on Military Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Military Road
2
Turn right onto River Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Drive
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 29 North
4
Merge onto I 29
65 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 29
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
6
Turn right onto CR 116
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
276th Street
7
Turn left onto SD 115
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
SD Highway 115
8
Turn right onto CR 110
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Willow Street
9
Arrive at destination
CR 110
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.4 mi from North Sioux City, SD · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.4 miles from North Sioux City, 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 Harrisburg, SD
The final approach into Harrisburg, 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
$11.69 one way
$23.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.84 | $25.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.39 | $28.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 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 | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
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
Harrisburg, SD
Evening in Harrisburg on Thursday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m 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 North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD covers 74.8 miles and takes about 1h 16m 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 37.4 miles from North Sioux City, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.69 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 North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD is easy. At 1h 16m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 66.9 miles (CR 116 / 276th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from North Sioux City, SD to Harrisburg, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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