How far is Schuyler, NE from South Sioux City, NE?

The driving distance from Schuyler, NE to South Sioux City, NE is about 100.8 miles (162.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 78.3 miles (126 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
100.79 mi
01h 44m
Flight
78.31 mi
126.03 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
78.31 mi
Kilometers
126.03 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
100.79 mi
Kilometers
162.2 km
Drive Time
01h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in South Sioux City
Mon, May 25, 9:40 PM CDT
Return by in Schuyler
Mon, May 25, 11:24 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Schuyler
2026-05-25T19:55
Arrive South Sioux City
Mon, May 25, 9:40 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:44 AM to 11:44 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:02 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Schuyler
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Wayne
NE

Town in Wayne County, West Virginia

From Schuyler
50 mi
00h 52m
To South Sioux City
50.8 mi
00h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Memorial Day

Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 15 mph S
Destination
87°F
Memorial Day

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Schuyler and South Sioux City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Schuyler and South Sioux City.

  1. 1

    Start on East 11th Street

    14 m · 3 sec · East 11th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Colfax Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Colfax Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Road 11

    19.2 mi · 22 min · Road 11

  4. 4

    Continue on Highway 15

    19 mi · 22 min · Highway 15

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Highway 275

    2 mi · 2 min · Highway 275

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Highway 15

    14.2 mi · 17 min · Highway 15

  7. 7

    Continue on South Main Street

    1450 ft · 45 sec · South Main Street

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Fairground Avenue

    1316 ft · 41 sec · Fairground Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn left onto South Windom Street

    2714 ft · 1 min · South Windom Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East 7th Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · East 7th Street

  11. 11

    Continue on East Highway 35

    6.9 mi · 8 min · East Highway 35

  12. 12

    Continue on Highway 35

    1.8 mi · 2 min · Highway 35

  13. 13

    Continue on Oak Street

    2956 ft · 52 sec · Oak Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Highway 35

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 35

  15. 15

    Continue on Highway 35

    26.8 mi · 32 min · Highway 35

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Highway 77

    3.9 mi · 6 min · Highway 77

  17. 17

    Turn right onto West 21st Street

    1 km · 1 min · West 21st Street

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Dakota Avenue

    1499 ft · 51 sec · Dakota Avenue

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Dakota Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Schuyler and South Sioux City.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 15
33.2 mi · 33%
Highway 35
30.2 mi · 30%
Road 11
19.2 mi · 19%
East Highway 35
6.92 mi · 7%
Highway 77
3.92 mi · 4%
Highway 275
2.03 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Highway 35

Continue on Highway 35

26.8 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 44m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.5 mi
78.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wayne
00h 52m from Schuyler
Leave By
3:02 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Schuyler and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near South Sioux City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Schuyler to South Sioux City?

The road trip is about 100.8 miles (162.2 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?

Wayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Schuyler and 50.8 miles from South Sioux City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 78.3 miles (126 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 3:02 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Schuyler and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near South Sioux City.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Schuyler and South Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 78.31 mi (126.03 km).

Schuyler

#1 Schuyler

City in Nebraska

Population6,220
Coordinates41.4472300, -97.0594800
Altitude412
CountryUnited States
South Sioux City

#2 South Sioux City

City in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States

Population12,809
Coordinates42.4738800, -96.4136400
Altitude337
CountryUnited States
Start: East 11th Street (-97.059479, 41.447337)
End: Dakota Avenue (-96.413706, 42.473915)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 162 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.56 gal
13.46 L · about $13.42
Round trip
$26.85
7.12 gal · 26.92 L
Estimated CO2
31.6 kg one way
Round trip: 63.3 kg / 140 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.42 $26.85
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.14 $30.28
Premium $4.65 $16.57 $33.14
Diesel $5.30 $18.88 $37.76

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nebraska · May 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Schuyler and South Sioux City. The current time is 19:55:54.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.