How far is Council Bluffs, IA from Rock Valley, IA?
The driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Rock Valley, IA is about 149.7 miles (240.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.1 miles (219 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 05m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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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 03h 02m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Council Bluffs and Rock Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Council Bluffs and Rock Valley.
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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
87.1 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, US 75 North: Fort Dodge, Le Mars
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
21.4 mi · 26 min
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Turn slight left
1782 ft · 49 sec
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Continue on 3rd Street
1091 ft · 45 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
692 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
1787 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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Continue on County Road K42
1.7 mi · 3 min · County Road K42
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road C38
1 mi · 1 min · County Road C38
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Turn right onto County Road K42
10 mi · 14 min · County Road K42
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Turn left onto 110th Street
2 mi · 3 min · 110th Street
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Turn right onto County Road K30
1371 ft · 33 sec · County Road K30
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Continue on Impala Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Impala Avenue
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Continue on Eagle Avenue
4 mi · 5 min · Eagle Avenue
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Continue on Maple Avenue
2820 ft · 1 min · Maple Avenue
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Continue on Eagle Avenue
7.5 mi · 11 min · Eagle Avenue
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Turn right onto 390th Street
1 mi · 1 min · 390th Street
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Turn left onto Elmwood Avenue
7.8 mi · 11 min · Elmwood Avenue
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Continue on 16th Avenue
3127 ft · 2 min · 16th Avenue
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Turn left onto 15th Street
9 m · 1 sec · 15th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 15th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Council Bluffs and Rock Valley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 16th Street
Merge slight left
87.1 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny leaving Council Bluffs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rock Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Council Bluffs to Rock Valley?
The road trip is about 149.7 miles (240.9 km) and usually takes 03h 02m 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?
Sloan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Council Bluffs and 74.8 miles from Rock Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.1 miles (219 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 10:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.91 one way or $39.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny around Council Bluffs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Rock Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Sloan
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 Sloan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Council Bluffs and Rock Valley. Straight-line distance: 136.09 mi (219.02 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 Rock Valley
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 3,901 |
| Coordinates | 43.2052600, -96.2950300 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rock Valley (-96.29503, 43.20526)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $19.91 | $39.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.46 | $44.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.57 | $49.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.01 | $56.01 |
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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