How far is Lenox, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from Lenox, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 90 miles (144.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenox and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenox and Council Bluffs.
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Start on North Maple Street
9 m · 4 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn right onto West Temple Street
944 ft · 43 sec · West Temple Street
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Turn right onto North Brooks Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Brooks Street
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Continue on Sycamore Avenue
5.5 mi · 10 min · Sycamore Avenue
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Turn left
66.4 mi · 1 hr 39 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 Lenox 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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66.4 mi · 01h 39m
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 Lenox 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 Lenox to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 90 miles (144.8 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Red Oak is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.9 miles from Lenox and 45 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.99 one way or $23.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lenox and Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Stop Ideas Near Red Oak
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 Red Oak.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenox and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 72.58 mi (116.81 km).
#1 Lenox
Human settlement in Taylor County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,386 |
| Coordinates | 40.8816500, -94.5619100 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| 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: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.52 | $27.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
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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