How far is Sioux City, IA from Rockwell City, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Rockwell City, IA is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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 01m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux City and Rockwell City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City and Rockwell City.
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Start on the route
35 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto 9th Street
990 ft · 46 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
767 ft · 27 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto 7th Street
122 m · 19 sec · 7th Street
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Turn right onto Iowa Street
129 m · 24 sec · Iowa Street
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Turn left onto 6th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · 6th Street
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Continue on Fairmount Street
3030 ft · 1 min · Fairmount Street
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Turn left onto Gordon Drive
3.4 mi · 7 min · Gordon Drive
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Continue on Highway 20
39.4 mi · 47 min · Highway 20
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Continue on United States Highway 20
8.3 mi · 10 min · United States Highway 20
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Continue on 220th Street
39.3 mi · 45 min · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Ogden Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Ogden Avenue
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Continue on North 1st Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
914 ft · 45 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
58 m · 8 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux City and Rockwell City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 20
Continue on Highway 20
39.4 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sioux City and Mostly Sunny near Rockwell City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux City to Rockwell City?
The road trip is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Holstein is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.1 miles from Sioux City and 48.3 miles from Rockwell City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.82 one way or $25.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sioux City and Mostly Sunny near Rockwell City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux City and Rockwell City. Straight-line distance: 90.35 mi (145.4 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 Rockwell City
City in and county seat of Calhoun County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,082 |
| Coordinates | 42.3952600, -94.6338700 |
| Altitude | 375 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockwell City (-94.63387, 42.39526)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.82 | $31.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.03 | $36.07 |
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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