How far is Madrid, IA from Sioux City, IA?
The driving distance from Madrid, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 174.2 miles (280.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.8 miles (223.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Calhoun 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 Madrid and Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madrid and Sioux City.
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Start on East 1st Street
2068 ft · 42 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto North Kennedy Avenue
12.9 mi · 18 min · North Kennedy Avenue
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Turn right onto 200th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 200th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto T Avenue
10.1 mi · 14 min · T Avenue
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Continue on Briggs Woods Road
5.2 mi · 7 min · Briggs Woods Road
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Continue on Parker Street
2587 ft · 1 min · Parker Street
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Continue on Briggs Woods Road
11.2 mi · 16 min · Briggs Woods Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 20 West
2009 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
132 mi · 2 hr 37 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 Madrid 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
Merge slight left
132 mi · 02h 37m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Madrid and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sioux City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madrid to Sioux City?
The road trip is about 174.2 miles (280.3 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Jolley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.6 miles from Madrid and 86.6 miles from Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.8 miles (223.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.19 one way or $46.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Madrid and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madrid and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 138.77 mi (223.33 km).
#1 Madrid
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,550 |
| Coordinates | 41.8766500, -93.8232800 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| 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: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.19 | $46.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.16 | $52.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.62 | $57.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.62 | $65.24 |
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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