How far is Rock Valley, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
The driving distance from Rock Valley, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.1 miles (219 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m 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 30m.
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
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Human settlement in Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Valley and Council Bluffs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Valley and Council Bluffs.
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Start on 15th Street
9 m · 3 sec · 15th Street
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Turn right onto 16th Avenue
3127 ft · 2 min · 16th Avenue
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Continue on Elmwood Avenue
7.8 mi · 11 min · Elmwood Avenue
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Turn right onto 390th Street
1 mi · 1 min · 390th Street
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Turn left onto Eagle Avenue
7.5 mi · 11 min · Eagle Avenue
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Continue on Maple Avenue
2820 ft · 1 min · Maple Avenue
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Continue on Eagle Avenue
4 mi · 5 min · Eagle Avenue
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Continue on Impala Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Impala Avenue
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Continue on County Road K30
1371 ft · 41 sec · County Road K30
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Turn left onto 110th Street
2 mi · 3 min · 110th Street
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Turn right onto County Road K42
10 mi · 14 min · County Road K42
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road C38
1 mi · 1 min · County Road C38
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Turn right onto County Road K42
1.7 mi · 2 min · County Road K42
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Continue on 5th Street
1787 ft · 1 min · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
692 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
3031 ft · 1 min · 3rd Street
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Merge slight left
21.4 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29: Sioux City, Council Bluffs
1754 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
87.9 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight left
2123 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on North 16th Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North 16th Street
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Turn left onto West Broadway
3164 ft · 1 min · West Broadway
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Continue on 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 Rock Valley and Council Bluffs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
87.9 mi · 01h 35m
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 Rock Valley and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rock Valley to Council Bluffs?
The road trip is about 154.2 miles (248.2 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Sloan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.3 miles from Rock Valley and 78.9 miles from Council Bluffs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.1 miles (219 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.51 one way or $41.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Rock Valley and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny near Council Bluffs.
Stop Ideas Near Sloan
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 Sloan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Valley and Council Bluffs. Straight-line distance: 136.09 mi (219.02 km).
#1 Rock Valley
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 3,901 |
| Coordinates | 43.2052600, -96.2950300 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| 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: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.51 | $41.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.14 | $46.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.32 | $50.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.85 | $57.71 |
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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