How far is Alta, IA from Sioux City, IA?
The driving distance from Alta, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 67.1 miles (108 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alta and Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alta and Sioux City.
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Start on 60th Avenue
613 ft · 32 sec · 60th Avenue
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Turn right onto Highway 7
4.4 mi · 7 min · Highway 7
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Turn left onto 20th Avenue
4.2 mi · 6 min · 20th Avenue
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Turn right onto 610th Street
13.4 mi · 18 min · 610th Street
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Continue on State Highway 31
5.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 31
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Continue on Lincoln Street
1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Continue on State Highway 31
7.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 31
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Turn right onto Highway 20
30.7 mi · 39 min · Highway 20
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Turn right onto South Fairmount Street
3033 ft · 1 min · South Fairmount Street
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Continue on 6th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
1199 ft · 39 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto 9th Street
990 ft · 46 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right
35 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alta and Sioux City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 20
Turn right onto Highway 20
30.7 mi · 00h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Alta and Sunny near Sioux City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alta to Sioux City?
The road trip is about 67.1 miles (108 km) and usually takes 01h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Correctionville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.3 miles from Alta and 32.8 miles from Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.94 one way or $17.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alta and Sunny near Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alta and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 57.71 mi (92.88 km).
#1 Alta
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.6735900, -95.2905500 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux City
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 82,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.4999900, -96.4003100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.400135, 42.499991)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.57 | $25.14 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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