How far is Council Bluffs, IA from Glidden, IA?
The driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Glidden, IA is about 109.4 miles (176.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.2 miles (129.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.
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Human settlement in Audubon 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 Council Bluffs and Glidden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Council Bluffs and Glidden.
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Start on West Broadway
1850 ft · 1 min · West Broadway
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Continue on West Broadway
3251 ft · 1 min · West Broadway
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Continue on West Kanesville Boulevard
4.2 mi · 8 min · West Kanesville Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
1399 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6, US 71: Atlantic, Audubon
1788 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto 650th Street
3235 ft · 56 sec · 650th Street
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Continue on Highway 71
2.5 mi · 3 min · Highway 71
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Continue on Lincoln Street
1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Continue on Highway 71
11.7 mi · 16 min · Highway 71
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Continue on South Market Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Market Street
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Continue on County Road F32
12.1 mi · 17 min · County Road F32
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Turn right onto George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
3 mi · 4 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Turn left
10.9 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
2837 ft · 1 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1156 ft · 36 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto East 6th Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East 6th Street
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Continue on County Road N33
5 mi · 7 min · County Road N33
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Turn right onto Colorado Street
2673 ft · 55 sec · Colorado Street
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
795 ft · 37 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Idaho Street
18 m · 3 sec · North Idaho Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Idaho Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Council Bluffs and Glidden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Kanesville Boulevard
Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Council Bluffs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Glidden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Council Bluffs to Glidden?
The road trip is about 109.4 miles (176.1 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Brayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Council Bluffs and 54.7 miles from Glidden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.2 miles (129.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.56 one way or $29.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Council Bluffs and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Glidden.
Stop Ideas Near Brayton
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 Brayton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Council Bluffs and Glidden. Straight-line distance: 80.19 mi (129.06 km).
#1 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa.
| Population | 62,216 |
| Coordinates | 41.2619400, -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Glidden
City in Carroll County, Iowa
| Population | 1,090 |
| Coordinates | 42.0569300, -94.7288700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Glidden (-94.72887, 42.05693)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.56 | $29.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.42 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.47 | $40.95 |
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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