How far is Council Bluffs, IA from Humboldt, IA?
The driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Humboldt, IA is about 173.5 miles (279.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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City in Sac County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Council Bluffs and Humboldt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Council Bluffs and Humboldt.
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Start on West Broadway
1850 ft · 49 sec · West Broadway
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Turn right onto North 16th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North 16th Street
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Take the ramp straight
2564 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
14.9 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loveland
1934 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Desoto Avenue
1522 ft · 51 sec · Desoto Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Lincoln Highway
2978 ft · 46 sec · Old Lincoln Highway
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Continue on Loess Hills Trail
3.1 mi · 4 min · Loess Hills Trail
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Continue on South 6th Street
2367 ft · 1 min · South 6th Street
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Turn right onto East Erie Street
1812 ft · 1 min · East Erie Street
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
7.5 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on South Maple Avenue
1688 ft · 43 sec · South Maple Avenue
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Turn right onto West 7th Street
1908 ft · 1 min · West 7th Street
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Continue on County Road F50
17.4 mi · 24 min · County Road F50
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Continue on South 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South 6th Street
16.5 mi · 24 min · South 6th Street
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Turn straight onto 260th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 260th Street
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Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
1656 ft · 28 sec · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto State Highway 39
17.1 mi · 24 min · State Highway 39
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Continue on 400th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 400th Street
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Continue on Fox Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Fox Avenue
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Continue on South Des Moines Street
2648 ft · 1 min · South Des Moines Street
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Continue on Fox Avenue
11.3 mi · 16 min · Fox Avenue
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Turn right onto 220th Street
49.3 mi · 57 min · 220th Street
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Take the exit slight right
1958 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
1748 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on 230th Street
4.4 mi · 6 min · 230th Street
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Continue on Kenyon Road
1184 ft · 24 sec · Kenyon Road
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Turn left
16.2 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto Sumner Avenue Southwest
51 m · 7 sec · Sumner Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Sumner Avenue Southwest
1.3 km · 2 min · Sumner Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
64 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left
65 m · 16 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 Council Bluffs and Humboldt.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Turn right onto 220th Street
49.3 mi · 00h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Council Bluffs and Sunny near Humboldt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Council Bluffs to Humboldt?
The road trip is about 173.5 miles (279.2 km) and usually takes 03h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Odebolt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.7 miles from Council Bluffs and 86.8 miles from Humboldt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.08 one way or $46.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Council Bluffs and Sunny near Humboldt.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Council Bluffs and Humboldt. Straight-line distance: 131.53 mi (211.68 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 Humboldt
City in Iowa
| Population | 4,544 |
| Coordinates | 42.7208000, -94.2152400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Humboldt (-94.21524, 42.7208)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.08 | $46.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.03 | $52.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.48 | $56.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.46 | $64.92 |
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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