How far is Bellevue, NE from Dakota City, NE?
The driving distance from Bellevue, NE to Dakota City, NE is about 110.6 miles (178 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.5 miles (148.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Arizona is an unincorporated community in Burt County, Nebraska, in the United States.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellevue and Dakota City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue and Dakota City.
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Start on Main Street
22 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Mission Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East Mission Avenue
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Continue on Bellevue Bridge
1015 ft · 25 sec · Bellevue Bridge
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Continue on Bunge Avenue
3.1 mi · 4 min · Bunge Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1875 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 9 min
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Continue on I 29 North: Sioux City
93.2 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 129 West, US 20 West, US 75 South: South Sioux City
1716 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 Business: South Sioux City, Dakota City
1894 ft · 48 sec
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Turn straight onto Dakota Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Dakota Avenue
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Continue on IBP Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · IBP Avenue
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Continue on North 14th Street
2790 ft · 56 sec · North 14th Street
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Continue on Broadway Street
143 m · 12 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on Broadway Street
45 m · 11 sec · Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellevue and Dakota 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.
I 29 North
Continue on I 29 North: Sioux City
93.2 mi · 01h 42m
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 Bellevue and Sunny near Dakota City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellevue to Dakota City?
The road trip is about 110.6 miles (178 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Arizona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.3 miles from Bellevue and 55.3 miles from Dakota City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.5 miles (148.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.71 one way or $29.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bellevue and Sunny near Dakota City.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellevue and Dakota City. Straight-line distance: 92.45 mi (148.78 km).
#1 Bellevue
The most populous city in Sarpy County, Nebraska.
| Population | 53,270 |
| Coordinates | 41.1366700, -95.8908400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dakota City
Dakota City is a city located in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States.
| Population | 1,859 |
| Coordinates | 42.4155500, -96.4183600 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dakota City (-96.41836, 42.41555)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.71 | $29.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.69 | $41.37 |
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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