How far is Sioux City, IA from Pocahontas, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Pocahontas, IA is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Cherokee 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 Pocahontas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Pocahontas.
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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
15.7 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto County Road C38
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road C38
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Continue on 210th Street
5 mi · 7 min · 210th Street
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Continue on C38
3.1 mi · 4 min · C38
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Continue on 210th Street
1 mi · 1 min · 210th Street
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Continue on County Road C38
3 mi · 4 min · County Road C38
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Continue on 530th Street
14.5 mi · 20 min · 530th Street
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Continue on West Main Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 977
1852 ft · 37 sec · State Highway 977
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Continue on 530th Street
31.5 mi · 43 min · 530th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
1846 ft · 29 sec · State Highway 3
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Continue on 110th Avenue
1.1 km · 56 sec · 110th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 3
1090 ft · 17 sec · State Highway 3
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Turn straight onto 520th Street
10.2 mi · 14 min · 520th Street
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Continue on West Elm Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Elm Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1019 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Northwest
22 m · 3 sec · 3rd Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Pocahontas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
530th Street
Continue on 530th Street
31.5 mi · 00h 43m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocahontas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Pocahontas?
The road trip is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Meriden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Sioux City and 50.2 miles from Pocahontas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.31 one way or $26.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sioux City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pocahontas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Pocahontas. Straight-line distance: 89.51 mi (144.05 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 Pocahontas
City in and county seat of Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,630 |
| Coordinates | 42.7355300, -94.6691500 |
| Altitude | 372 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pocahontas (-94.66915, 42.73553)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.31 | $26.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.72 | $37.45 |
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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