How far is George, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from George, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 163.2 miles (262.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144 miles (231.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between George and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between George and Council Bluffs.
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Start on North Main Street
115 m · 17 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Boiler Avenue
1375 ft · 1 min · East Boiler Avenue
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Turn right onto South Virginia Street
1 km · 1 min · South Virginia Street
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Continue on L14
5.7 mi · 8 min · L14
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Continue on Kennedy Avenue
3.8 mi · 5 min · Kennedy Avenue
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Continue on Colfax Street
2636 ft · 2 min · Colfax Street
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Turn right onto 320th Street
3 mi · 4 min · 320th Street
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Turn left onto Jackson Avenue
8 mi · 11 min · Jackson Avenue
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Continue on County Road K64
3.7 mi · 5 min · County Road K64
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Continue on Albany Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · Albany Avenue
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Continue on Albany Place
2626 ft · 54 sec · Albany Place
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Continue on County Road K64
3.7 mi · 5 min · County Road K64
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Turn right
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
30.1 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29: Sioux City, Council Bluffs
1754 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
87.9 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight left
2123 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on North 16th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North 16th Street
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Turn left onto West Broadway
3164 ft · 1 min · West Broadway
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Continue on West Broadway
1361 ft · 39 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 George and Council Bluffs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 29 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
87.9 mi · 01h 35m
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 Showers leaving George and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from George to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 163.2 miles (262.7 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Salix is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.6 miles from George and 81.6 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144 miles (231.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.72 one way or $43.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around George and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between George and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 144.03 mi (231.79 km).
#1 George
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,029 |
| Coordinates | 43.3438600, -96.0022400 |
| Altitude | 421 |
| 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: 263 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.72 | $43.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.50 | $48.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.81 | $53.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.55 | $61.10 |
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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