How far is Fairfax, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Council Bluffs is 215.64 miles (347.04 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 215.64 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 29 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 26 minutes to travel from Fairfax to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 241.38 miles (388.46 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Council Bluffs will take approximately 03 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Fairfax
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2934 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°55'10"N 91°46'52"W |
| Latitude | 41.9194500 |
| Longitude | -91.7810100 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.
| Population | 62216 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2619400 |
| Longitude | -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairfax and Council Bluffs
The distance between Fairfax and Council Bluffs is 388 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 18 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fairfax and Council Bluffs. The current time is 09:19:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 02 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 26 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 32.24 liters (8.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Council Bluffs is $27.98 (diesel $39.59).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $27.98 | $30.65 | $34.61 | $39.59 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairfax and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
