How far is Council Bluffs, IA from Lone Tree, IA?
The driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Lone Tree, IA is about 259 miles (416.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 230.5 miles (370.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 40m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Council Bluffs and Lone Tree.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Council Bluffs and Lone Tree.
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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
113.8 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City
14.4 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left
101.4 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
2413 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 218 South, IA 27 South: Mount Pleasant, Keokuk
2271 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.4 mi · 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 22: Kalona, Village Museum, Lone Tree
1841 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 22
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on Highway 22
4.4 mi · 6 min · Highway 22
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Turn right onto Wapsi Avenue Southeast
1500 ft · 30 sec · Wapsi Avenue Southeast
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Continue on North Devoe Street
1367 ft · 30 sec · North Devoe Street
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Turn right onto West Commercial Street
25 m · 4 sec · West Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Council Bluffs and Lone Tree.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West Kanesville Boulevard
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Council Bluffs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lone Tree.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Council Bluffs to Lone Tree?
The road trip is about 259 miles (416.9 km) and usually takes 04h 50m 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?
Johnston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.2 miles from Council Bluffs and 129.8 miles from Lone Tree.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 230.5 miles (370.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.5 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 7:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.47 one way or $68.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Council Bluffs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lone Tree.
Stop Ideas Near Johnston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Council Bluffs and Lone Tree. Straight-line distance: 230.44 mi (370.86 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 Lone Tree
Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,384 |
| Coordinates | 41.4880800, -91.4259900 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lone Tree (-91.42599, 41.48808)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 417 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 13m |
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 | $34.47 | $68.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.87 | $77.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.54 | $85.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $48.48 | $96.96 |
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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