How far is Iowa City, IA from Pocahontas, IA?
The driving distance from Iowa City, IA to Pocahontas, IA is about 221.6 miles (356.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177 miles (284.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 47m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 23m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grundy 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 Iowa City and Pocahontas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iowa City and Pocahontas.
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Start on South Gilbert Street
1.3 km · 3 min · South Gilbert Street
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Turn slight left onto Kimball Road
145 m · 22 sec · Kimball Road
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Turn right onto North Dubuque Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Dubuque Street
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Turn left
2315 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
1850 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
3219 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
70.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
122.5 mi · 2 hr 21 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 4: Rockwell City, Pocahontas
2133 ft · 60 sec
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Turn right onto Marshall Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Marshall Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Marshall Avenue
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on South East Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South East Street
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
2317 ft · 39 sec · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.5 mi · 16 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Southwest 7th Street
2573 ft · 1 min · Southwest 7th Street
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Turn right onto West Elm Avenue
2673 ft · 51 sec · West Elm Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1019 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Northwest
22 m · 3 sec · 3rd Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Iowa City and Pocahontas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
123 mi · 02h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy leaving Iowa City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocahontas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iowa City to Pocahontas?
The road trip is about 221.6 miles (356.6 km) and usually takes 04h 23m 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?
Wellsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.6 miles from Iowa City and 111 miles from Pocahontas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177 miles (284.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.6 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 8:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.49 one way or $58.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy around Iowa City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocahontas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iowa City and Pocahontas. Straight-line distance: 176.98 mi (284.82 km).
#1 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
| Population | 75,130 |
| Coordinates | 41.6611300, -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pocahontas
City in and county seat of Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,630 |
| Coordinates | 42.7355300, -94.6691500 |
| Altitude | 372 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pocahontas (-94.66915, 42.73553)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 357 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 45m |
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 | $29.49 | $58.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.26 | $66.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.39 | $72.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.48 | $82.95 |
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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