Sioux Falls to Fargo by train
Fargo lies 371 km (230 mi) north of Sioux Falls, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 1 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 452 km (281 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sioux Falls | Fargo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 171,544 | 118,523 |
| Elevation | 433 m (1,421 ft) | 279 m (915 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Rock Island Depot, Sioux Falls station | Fargo Railway Station, Northern Pacific Railway Depot |
| Postal codes | 57101–57198 | 58102–58126 |
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Common questions
How far is Fargo from Sioux Falls?
371 km (230 mi) in a straight line, north of Sioux Falls; by road roughly 452 km (281 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sioux Falls to Fargo by train?
About 5 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sioux Falls and Fargo?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.