How far is Sioux City, IA from Osceola County, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Osceola County, IA is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux City and Osceola County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Osceola County.
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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
44.2 mi · 51 min
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Turn right onto 230th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 230th Street
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Continue on 230th Street
72 m · 4 sec · 230th Street
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Continue on Olive Avenue
1.6 km · 1 min · Olive Avenue
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Turn right onto 220th Street
6 mi · 8 min · 220th Street
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Turn left
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto 190th Street
1.6 km · 4 min · 190th Street
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Turn left onto Silver Avenue
1455 ft · 1 min · Silver Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Silver Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Osceola County.
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
44.2 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Osceola County.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Osceola County?
The road trip is about 82.3 miles (132.4 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Alton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.1 miles from Sioux City and 41.1 miles from Osceola County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.3 miles (116.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.19 one way or $24.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Sioux City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Osceola County.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Osceola County. Straight-line distance: 72.3 mi (116.36 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 Osceola County
County in Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,987 |
| Coordinates | 43.3785700, -95.6236900 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osceola County (-95.62369, 43.37857)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $4.21 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $12.97 | $25.95 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $14.79 | $29.59 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $17.61 | $35.21 |
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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