How far is Nora Springs, IA from Sioux City, IA?
The driving distance from Nora Springs, IA to Sioux City, IA is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.7 miles (286 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nora Springs and Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nora Springs and Sioux City.
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Start on Iowa Avenue
2 m · 2 sec · Iowa Avenue
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Turn right onto West Congress Street
2624 ft · 59 sec · West Congress Street
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Turn left onto South Hooker Avenue
138 m · 22 sec · South Hooker Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street Southwest
88 m · 8 sec · 1st Street Southwest
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Keep slight left to continue on West Drive
2407 ft · 1 min · West Drive
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Turn left onto Zinnia Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Zinnia Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1922 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.7 mi · 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35 South: Des Moines
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue on I 35 South: Des Moines
2643 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
47.4 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
3250 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
144.6 mi · 2 hr 51 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 Nora Springs 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
145 mi · 02h 51m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Nora Springs and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Sioux City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nora Springs to Sioux City?
The road trip is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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?
Moorland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.1 miles from Nora Springs and 107.7 miles from Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.7 miles (286 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.2 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 10:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.58 one way or $57.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Nora Springs and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nora Springs and Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 177.72 mi (286.02 km).
#1 Nora Springs
City in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,342 |
| Coordinates | 43.1427500, -93.0043700 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| 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: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $28.58 | $57.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.24 | $64.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.28 | $70.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.20 | $80.41 |
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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