How far is Sioux City, IA from Emmetsburg, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Emmetsburg, IA is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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 46m.
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux City and Emmetsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Emmetsburg.
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Start on the route
35 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto 9th Street
990 ft · 49 sec · 9th Street
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Turn left onto Court Street
793 ft · 27 sec · Court Street
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Turn right onto 11th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · 11th Street
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Turn left
1128 ft · 28 sec
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Continue on Terminal Drive
2076 ft · 53 sec · Terminal Drive
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Turn right onto 18th Street
73 m · 9 sec · 18th Street
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Turn left
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp straight
21 mi · 26 min
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Continue on IA 60 North: Sheldon
34.4 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18: Spencer
2017 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto 320th Street
7.5 mi · 10 min · 320th Street
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Continue on US-18
1 km · 1 min · US-18
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Continue on 320th Street
21.3 mi · 30 min · 320th Street
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Turn right onto 180th Avenue
2.8 mi · 4 min · 180th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road B24
1 mi · 1 min · County Road B24
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Continue on West 4th Street
1 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto 32nd Avenue West
1341 ft · 25 sec · 32nd Avenue West
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Continue on 200th Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · 200th Avenue
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Turn left onto 360th Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · 360th Street
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Continue on 11th Street Southwest
2.5 mi · 4 min · 11th Street Southwest
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Continue on 360th Street
20.8 mi · 31 min · 360th Street
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Continue on 450th Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 450th Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Madison Street
102 m · 17 sec · Madison Street
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Turn right onto 8th Street
73 m · 11 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Emmetsburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
IA 60 North
Continue on IA 60 North: Sheldon
34.4 mi · 00h 40m
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 Snow Showers leaving Sioux City and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Emmetsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Emmetsburg?
The road trip is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Sheldon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.3 miles from Sioux City and 61.5 miles from Emmetsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.33 one way or $32.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Sioux City and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Emmetsburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Emmetsburg. Straight-line distance: 96.8 mi (155.78 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 Emmetsburg
City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,667 |
| Coordinates | 43.1127400, -94.6830400 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: Emmetsburg (-94.68304, 43.11274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.42 | $36.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.97 | $45.93 |
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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