How far is Dallas Center, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from Dallas Center, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 118.9 miles (191.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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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Halfway Point
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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 Dallas Center and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dallas Center and Council Bluffs.
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Start on Walnut Street
10 m · 11 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn sharp left onto 13th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 13th Street
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Continue on R Avenue
4.1 mi · 6 min · R Avenue
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Turn right onto 290th Street
2.4 mi · 3 min · 290th Street
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Continue on Greene Street
1 km · 1 min · Greene Street
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Turn left onto Nile Kinnick Drive South
1 mi · 2 min · Nile Kinnick Drive South
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Continue on N Avenue
4.1 mi · 6 min · N Avenue
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Take the exit right toward I-80 west: Council Bluffs
82.4 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska
19.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Council Bluffs, Oakland
1648 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto East Kanesville Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · East Kanesville Boulevard
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Continue on East Broadway
772 ft · 21 sec · East Broadway
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Continue on East Kanesville Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · East Kanesville Boulevard
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Continue on West Broadway
1993 ft · 51 sec · West Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dallas Center and Council Bluffs.
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-80 west
Take the exit right toward I-80 west: Council Bluffs
82.4 mi · 01h 29m
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 Rain And Snow Showers leaving Dallas Center and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dallas Center to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 118.9 miles (191.3 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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 59.3 miles from Dallas Center and 59.5 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 2:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.80 one way or $31.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Dallas Center and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Stop Ideas Near Brayton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dallas Center and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 102.59 mi (165.1 km).
#1 Dallas Center
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,822 |
| Coordinates | 41.6844300, -93.9610600 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa.
| Population | 62,216 |
| Coordinates | 41.2619400, -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Broadway (-95.86083, 41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.50 | $39.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.22 | $44.45 |
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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