How far is Sioux City, IA from Hull, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Hull, IA is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Hull.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Hull.
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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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Take the exit slight right toward US 75 North: Fifth Avenue Northwest, Sioux Center
1594 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
16.5 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto 20th Street Southeast
1 mi · 2 min · 20th Street Southeast
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Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Harrison Avenue
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Turn right onto 9th Street Southeast
2648 ft · 54 sec · 9th Street Southeast
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Continue on 400th Street
2649 ft · 58 sec · 400th Street
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Turn left onto County Road K52
8 mi · 11 min · County Road K52
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Continue on Division Street
1041 ft · 23 sec · Division Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1040 ft · 31 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Hull.
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.
18th Street
Take the ramp straight
21 mi · 00h 26m
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 Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Sioux City and Sunny near Hull.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Hull?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Le Mars is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.1 miles from Sioux City and 27.1 miles from Hull.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Sioux City and Sunny near Hull.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Hull. Straight-line distance: 49.46 mi (79.6 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 Hull
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,296 |
| Coordinates | 43.1885900, -96.1336300 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hull (-96.13363, 43.18859)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.20 | $14.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
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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