How far is Park View, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from Park View, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 298.4 miles (480.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 276.7 miles (445.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 11m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Park View and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Park View and Council Bluffs.
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Start on the route
45 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Park View Drive
37 m · 7 sec · Park View Drive
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Turn right onto Grove Road
900 ft · 40 sec · Grove Road
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Continue on 267th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 267th Street
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Take the ramp left
1246 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
69.9 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Continue straight
102 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Omaha
95.5 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska
19.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Council Bluffs, Oakland
1648 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto East Kanesville Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · East Kanesville Boulevard
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Continue on East Broadway
772 ft · 21 sec · East Broadway
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Continue on East Kanesville Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · East Kanesville Boulevard
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Continue on West Broadway
1993 ft · 51 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 Park View 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.
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102 mi · 01h 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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Park View and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Council Bluffs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Park View to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 298.4 miles (480.2 km) and usually takes 04h 35m 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?
Colfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149 miles from Park View and 149.4 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 276.7 miles (445.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.71 one way or $79.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Park View and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Council Bluffs.
Stop Ideas Near Colfax
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Park View and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 276.71 mi (445.32 km).
#1 Park View
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 2,389 |
| Coordinates | 41.6942000, -90.5456900 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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: 480 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
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 | $39.71 | $79.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.78 | $89.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.01 | $98.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $55.85 | $111.70 |
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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