How far is Lamoni, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from Lamoni, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 140.4 miles (225.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m 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 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Adams County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lamoni and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lamoni and Council Bluffs.
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Start on West 4th Street
38 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto South Chestnut Street
72 m · 16 sec · South Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Elk Chapel Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Elk Chapel Road
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Turn left onto County Road J45
7.2 mi · 13 min · County Road J45
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Turn left onto 6th Avenue
1641 ft · 35 sec · 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto South Decatur Street
748 ft · 20 sec · South Decatur Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1086 ft · 22 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on 230th Street
1294 ft · 29 sec · 230th Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 2
8.7 mi · 12 min · State Highway 2
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Continue on South Street
13 mi · 19 min · South Street
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Continue on State Highway 25
13 mi · 19 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on Adams-Union Avenue
5.5 mi · 8 min · Adams-Union Avenue
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Turn left
71.3 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Take the ramp slight right
14.1 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1812 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto South Expressway
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Expressway
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Continue on South 6th Street
1045 ft · 44 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto Willow Avenue
939 ft · 23 sec · Willow Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 8th Street
968 ft · 32 sec · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto 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 Lamoni 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.
Longest stretch
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71.3 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Sunny leaving Lamoni and Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lamoni to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 140.4 miles (225.9 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Corning is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.1 miles from Lamoni and 70.3 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.67 one way or $37.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lamoni and Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Stop Ideas Near Corning
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Corning.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lamoni and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 109.82 mi (176.74 km).
#1 Lamoni
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,196 |
| Coordinates | 40.6227800, -93.9341200 |
| Altitude | 343 |
| 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: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.05 | $42.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.04 | $46.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.25 | $52.51 |
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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