How far is Sioux City, IA from Center Point, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Center Point, IA is about 248.1 miles (399.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 236.6 miles (380.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 53m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Webster County, Iowa, in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux City and Center Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Center Point.
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Start on the route
35 m ยท 14 sec
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Turn left onto 9th Street
990 ft ยท 46 sec ยท 9th Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
767 ft ยท 27 sec ยท Court Street
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Turn left onto 7th Street
122 m ยท 19 sec ยท 7th Street
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Turn right onto Iowa Street
129 m ยท 24 sec ยท Iowa Street
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Turn left onto 6th Street
1.4 km ยท 2 min ยท 6th Street
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Continue on Fairmount Street
3030 ft ยท 1 min ยท Fairmount Street
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Turn left onto Gordon Drive
3.4 mi ยท 7 min ยท Gordon Drive
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Continue on Highway 20
39.4 mi ยท 47 min ยท Highway 20
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Continue on United States Highway 20
8.3 mi ยท 10 min ยท United States Highway 20
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Continue on 220th Street
165.9 mi ยท 3 hr 11 min ยท 220th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
23.1 mi ยท 25 min ยท Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward Urbana
1746 ft ยท 45 sec
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Turn right onto 55th Street
758 ft ยท 15 sec ยท 55th Street
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Turn left onto Union Avenue
1153 ft ยท 30 sec ยท Union Avenue
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Turn left onto Wood Street
77 m ยท 7 sec ยท Wood Street
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Turn right onto East Jefferson Avenue South
947 ft ยท 19 sec ยท East Jefferson Avenue South
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Continue on 55th Street Trail
2.3 mi ยท 4 min ยท 55th Street Trail
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Continue on Urbana Road
2.2 mi ยท 4 min ยท Urbana Road
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Continue on East Green Street
2123 ft ยท 45 sec ยท East Green Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
627 ft ยท 20 sec ยท Main Street
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Turn left onto State Street
25 m ยท 2 sec ยท State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec ยท State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Center Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
166 mi ยท 03h 11m
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 leaving Sioux City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Center Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Center Point?
The road trip is about 248.1 miles (399.3 km) and usually takes 04h 56m 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?
Duncombe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 123.8 miles from Sioux City and 124.3 miles from Center Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 236.6 miles (380.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.61 one way or $75.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sioux City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Center Point.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Center Point. Straight-line distance: 236.62 mi (380.8 km).
#1 Sioux City
The second most populous city in Iowa.
| Population | 82,651 |
| Coordinates | 42.4999900, -96.4003100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Center Point
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,560 |
| Coordinates | 42.1908300, -91.7851800 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Center Point (-91.78518, 42.19083)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 399 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 05m |
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 | $4.30 | $37.61 | $75.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.52 | $39.53 | $79.07 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $45.50 | $91.00 |
| Diesel | $6.04 | $52.82 | $105.65 |
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 Iowa ยท Oct 08, 2026