How far is Orange City, IA from Sioux Center, IA?
The driving distance from Orange City, IA to Sioux Center, IA is about 12.6 miles (20.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.8 miles (12.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Sioux 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 Orange City and Sioux Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange City and Sioux Center.
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Start on 2nd Street Northwest
131 m · 25 sec · 2nd Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Albany Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Albany Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street Southwest
2647 ft · 1 min · 8th Street Southwest
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Continue on Highway 10 West
2721 ft · 58 sec · Highway 10 West
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Continue on 450th Street
5 mi · 7 min · 450th Street
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Turn right
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orange City and Sioux Center.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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5.76 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Orange City and Sunny near Sioux Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orange City to Sioux Center?
The road trip is about 12.6 miles (20.2 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maurice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Orange City and 6.3 miles from Sioux Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.8 miles (12.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.66 one way or $3.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Orange City and Sunny near Sioux Center.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orange City and Sioux Center. Straight-line distance: 7.75 mi (12.48 km).
#1 Orange City
City in Western Iowa
| Population | 6,182 |
| Coordinates | 43.0072100, -96.0583500 |
| Altitude | 440 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux Center
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 7,665 |
| Coordinates | 43.0797100, -96.1755800 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sioux Center (-96.17558, 43.07971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.33 | $4.67 |
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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