How far is Sioux City, IA from Hawarden, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Hawarden, IA is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux City and Hawarden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Hawarden.
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Start on the route
35 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto 9th Street
912 ft · 42 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right onto Nebraska Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Nebraska Street
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Turn left onto 18th Street
122 m · 15 sec · 18th Street
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Turn right onto Pierce Street
1 km · 2 min · Pierce Street
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Turn left onto Stone Park Boulevard
3 mi · 7 min · Stone Park Boulevard
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Continue on Broken Kettle Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Broken Kettle Road
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Continue on K18S
5.8 mi · 8 min · K18S
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Turn right onto State Highway 12
2610 ft · 42 sec · State Highway 12
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Turn right onto K18N
19.9 mi · 27 min · K18N
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Continue on Buchanan Avenue
6 mi · 9 min · Buchanan Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 10
98 m · 6 sec · State Highway 10
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Continue on 10th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
105 m · 15 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Hawarden.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
K18N
Turn right onto K18N
19.9 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hawarden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Hawarden?
The road trip is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Westfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.2 miles from Sioux City and 19.2 miles from Hawarden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.13 one way or $10.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hawarden.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Hawarden. Straight-line distance: 34.53 mi (55.57 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 Hawarden
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,443 |
| Coordinates | 42.9958200, -96.4853100 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hawarden (-96.48531, 42.99582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.33 | $12.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.21 | $14.43 |
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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