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

The driving distance from Guttenberg, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 298.1 miles (479.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 270.1 miles (434.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 34m 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
298.07 mi
04h 47m
Flight
270.09 mi
434.66 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
270.09 mi
Kilometers
434.66 km
Flight Time
00h 32m

Driving Distance

Road route
298.07 mi
Kilometers
479.69 km
Drive Time
04h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sioux City
Sun, Apr 19, 12:33 PM CDT
Return by in Guttenberg
Sun, Apr 19, 5:20 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Guttenberg
2026-04-19T07:46
Arrive Sioux City
Sun, Apr 19, 12:33 PM CDT
Route Timing
04h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:47 AM to 12:47 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
7:26 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Guttenberg
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Williams
IA

City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States

From Guttenberg
148.9 mi
02h 23m
To Sioux City
149.2 mi
02h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 14 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 Guttenberg and Sioux City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    24 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    539 ft · 20 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto South 5th Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · South 5th Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Great River Road

    12.4 mi · 17 min · Great River Road

  5. 5

    Continue on US 52

    3.9 mi · 5 min · US 52

  6. 6

    Continue on Columbus Street

    2936 ft · 50 sec · Columbus Street

  7. 7

    Continue on US 52

    3.7 mi · 5 min · US 52

  8. 8

    Continue on 11th Street Northeast

    1.2 km · 1 min · 11th Street Northeast

  9. 9

    Continue on 11th Street Southeast

    969 ft · 16 sec · 11th Street Southeast

  10. 10

    Continue on 9th Street Southeast

    1.2 km · 1 min · 9th Street Southeast

  11. 11

    Take the ramp left

    1311 ft · 32 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    61.4 mi · 1 hr 11 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints

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

  14. 14

    Continue on 160th Street

    6.4 mi · 7 min · 160th Street

  15. 15

    Continue on United States Highway 20

    1.9 mi · 3 min · United States Highway 20

  16. 16

    Continue on Highway 20

    42.9 mi · 53 min · Highway 20

  17. 17

    Turn right onto South Fairmount Street

    3033 ft · 1 min · South Fairmount Street

  18. 18

    Continue on 6th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · 6th Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Court Street

    1199 ft · 39 sec · Court Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto 9th Street

    990 ft · 46 sec · 9th Street

  21. 21

    Turn right

    35 m · 9 sec

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Guttenberg 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
22 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Avenue of the Saints
160 mi · 54%
9th Street Southeast
62.5 mi · 21%
Highway 20
42.9 mi · 14%
Great River Road
12.4 mi · 4%
US 52
7.54 mi · 3%
160th Street
6.44 mi · 2%
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 47m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28 mi
270.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Williams
02h 23m from Guttenberg
Leave By
7:26 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Guttenberg 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 Guttenberg to Sioux City?

The road trip is about 298.1 miles (479.7 km) and usually takes 04h 47m 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?

Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.9 miles from Guttenberg and 149.2 miles from Sioux City.

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

The direct path is about 270.1 miles (434.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 7:26 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.67 one way or $79.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Guttenberg and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 270.09 mi (434.66 km).

Guttenberg

#1 Guttenberg

City in Iowa, USA

Population1,783
Coordinates42.7858200, -91.0995700
Altitude191
CountryUnited States
Sioux City

#2 Sioux City

The second most populous city in Iowa.

Population82,651
Coordinates42.4999900, -96.4003100
Altitude366
CountryUnited States
Start: (-91.100022, 42.785686)
End: (-96.400135, 42.499991)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 480 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 43m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.52 gal
39.81 L · about $39.67
Round trip
$79.34
21.04 gal · 79.62 L
Estimated CO2
93.5 kg one way
Round trip: 187 kg / 412 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $39.67 $79.34
Mid-grade $4.25 $44.74 $89.48
Premium $4.65 $48.96 $97.92
Diesel $5.30 $55.80 $111.60

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 Guttenberg and Sioux City. The current time is 07:46:02.

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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.