How far is Lake City, IA from Sioux City, IA?
The driving distance from Lake City, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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 01h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ida County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake City and Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake City and Sioux City.
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Start on North Center Street
14 m · 4 sec · North Center Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 175
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 175
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Continue on 365th Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · 365th Street
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Continue on 370th Street
4.8 mi · 7 min · 370th Street
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Continue on 370th Street
834 ft · 13 sec · 370th Street
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Continue on Union Avenue
3.9 mi · 5 min · Union Avenue
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Continue on US 71
9.9 mi · 14 min · US 71
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Take the exit left toward US 20 West, US 71 NORTH
1872 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
29.1 mi · 34 min
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Continue straight
44.4 mi · 56 min
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Turn right onto South Fairmount Street
3033 ft · 1 min · South Fairmount Street
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Continue on 6th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
1199 ft · 39 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto 9th Street
990 ft · 46 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right
35 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake City and Sioux City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 20 West
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44.4 mi · 00h 56m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake City to Sioux City?
The road trip is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Galva is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.6 miles from Lake City and 50.5 miles from Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.46 one way or $26.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Lake City and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake City and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 86.55 mi (139.29 km).
#1 Lake City
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,642 |
| Coordinates | 42.2674800, -94.7338700 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux City
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 82,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.4999900, -96.4003100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.400135, 42.499991)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 163 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.18 | $30.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.61 | $33.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.94 | $37.87 |
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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