How far is Epworth, IA from Sioux City, IA?

The driving distance from Epworth, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 284.7 miles (458.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 278.7 miles (448.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 56m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
284.69 mi
04h 28m
Flight
278.65 mi
448.45 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
278.65 mi
Kilometers
448.45 km
Flight Time
00h 33m

Driving Distance

Road route
284.69 mi
Kilometers
458.17 km
Drive Time
04h 28m

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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 04h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sioux City
Sun, Apr 19, 8:14 AM CDT
Return by in Epworth
Sun, Apr 19, 12:42 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Epworth
2026-04-19T03:46
Arrive Sioux City
Sun, Apr 19, 8:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:28 AM to 12:28 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Epworth
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Blairsburg
IA

Township in Hamilton County, Iowa

From Epworth
142.2 mi
02h 14m
To Sioux City
142.5 mi
02h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NW
Destination
62°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Epworth and Sioux City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Epworth and Sioux City.

  1. 1

    Start on Center Avenue South

    1775 ft · 50 sec · Center Avenue South

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right toward US 20 West, US 52 North

    1536 ft · 42 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    71.1 mi · 1 hr 22 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints

    160.2 mi · 3 hr 5 min · Avenue of the Saints

  5. 5

    Continue on 160th Street

    6.4 mi · 7 min · 160th Street

  6. 6

    Continue on United States Highway 20

    1.9 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 20

  7. 7

    Continue on Highway 20

    42.9 mi · 53 min · Highway 20

  8. 8

    Turn right onto South Fairmount Street

    3033 ft · 1 min · South Fairmount Street

  9. 9

    Continue on 6th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · 6th Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Court Street

    1199 ft · 39 sec · Court Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 9th Street

    990 ft · 46 sec · 9th Street

  12. 12

    Turn right

    35 m · 9 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Epworth and Sioux City.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Avenue of the Saints
160 mi · 56%
US 20 West
71.4 mi · 25%
Highway 20
42.9 mi · 15%
160th Street
6.44 mi · 2%
United States Highway 20
1.87 mi · 1%
6th Street
0.93 mi
Longest Stretch

Avenue of the Saints

Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints

160 mi · 03h 05m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 28m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
278.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Blairsburg
02h 14m from Epworth
Leave By
8:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Epworth and Sunny near Sioux City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Epworth to Sioux City?

The road trip is about 284.7 miles (458.2 km) and usually takes 04h 28m 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?

Blairsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.2 miles from Epworth and 142.5 miles from Sioux City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 278.7 miles (448.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.90 one way or $75.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Epworth and Sunny near Sioux City.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Epworth and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 278.65 mi (448.45 km).

Epworth

#1 Epworth

City in Iowa, United States

Population2,022
Coordinates42.4450000, -90.9320800
Altitude318
CountryUnited States
Sioux City

#2 Sioux City

The second most populous city in Iowa.

Population82,651
Coordinates42.4999900, -96.4003100
Altitude366
CountryUnited States
Start: Center Avenue South (-90.931898, 42.444999)
End: (-96.400135, 42.499991)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 458 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.05 gal
38.03 L · about $37.90
Round trip
$75.80
20.1 gal · 76.06 L
Estimated CO2
89.3 kg one way
Round trip: 178.6 kg / 394 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $37.90 $75.80
Mid-grade $4.25 $42.74 $85.49
Premium $4.65 $46.77 $93.55
Diesel $5.30 $53.31 $106.61

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Epworth and Sioux City. The current time is 03:46:35.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.