Origin
Winner, SD
Afternoon in Winner on Thursday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winner, SD to Sioux Falls, SD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
198 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 31m
★
6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 9m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 50m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winner, SD
Luis Quintero
Sioux Falls, SD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Winner, SD to Sioux Falls, SD covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, State Highway 49, SD 47 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 148.8 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99 miles from Winner, SD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 198 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 43m highway drive covering 198 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and State Highway 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 148.8 miles on I 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 148.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 49. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 193.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 193.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.2 miles (I 229 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.4 miles (I 229 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
193.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 229 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 400
Toward I 229 South
8
197.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
I 229 Business
Take the exit onto I 229 Business toward 10th Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward 10th Street, Downtown
9
197.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
I 229 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 229 Business toward SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
5
197.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
|
South Lowell Avenue
Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
197.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
|
North Chicago Avenue
Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 148.8 mi | 2h 20m |
| State Highway 49 | 12.4 mi | 21m |
| SD 47 | 9.8 mi | 17m |
| South Dakota Highway 49 | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| South Dakota Highway 44 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| 324th Avenue | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| I 229 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 148.8 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winner, SD and Sioux Falls, SD.
1
Start on this road
39 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 18; US 183; SD 44
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
West 2nd Street
3
Turn left onto SD 44
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
4
Continue on SD 44
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
South Dakota Highway 44
5
Turn left onto SD 49
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
South Dakota Highway 49
6
Continue on State Highway 49
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 49
7
Continue on SD 49
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
324th Avenue
8
Continue on SD 49
12 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 49
9
At end of road, turn left onto SD 47
9.8 mi
·
17 min
·
SD 47
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
11
Merge onto I 90
149 mi
·
2 hr 20 min
·
I 90
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 400
Toward I 229 South
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 229
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 229
14
Take the exit onto I 229 Business
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 229 Business
Exit 6
Toward 10th Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 229 Business
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 229 Business
Toward SD 42: Downtown, Washington Pavilion
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto South Lowell Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Lowell Avenue
17
Turn left onto East 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 8th Street
18
Turn right onto North Chicago Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Chicago Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
North Chicago Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 99 miles from Winner, SD, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 44 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sioux Falls, SD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Winner, SD so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Winner, SD
This is one driving day of about 198 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Winner, SD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 148.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99 mi from Winner, SD · 2h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99 miles from Winner, SD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.8 miles.
Arriving in Sioux Falls, SD
The final approach into Sioux Falls, SD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sioux Falls, SD.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.96 one way
$61.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $33.99 | $67.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.10 | $76.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.72 | $12.67 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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
Sioux Falls, SD
Afternoon in Sioux Falls on Thursday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
1 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
3h 43m 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 Winner, SD to Sioux Falls, SD covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, State Highway 49, SD 47. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99 miles from Winner, SD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.96 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 193.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.2 miles (I 229 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.4 miles (I 229 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Winner, SD to Sioux Falls, SD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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