How far is South Sioux City, NE from Bellevue, NE?
The driving distance from South Sioux City, NE to Bellevue, NE is about 110.9 miles (178.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 01h 42m.
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.
Arizona is an unincorporated community in Burt County, Nebraska, in the United States.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Sioux City and Bellevue.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Sioux City and Bellevue.
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Start on Dakota Avenue
1.7 mi · 5 min · Dakota Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 129 East, US 20 East, US 75 North: Iowa
1227 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
93.4 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Continue straight
8.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR H10: Bellevue
1818 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto Bunge Avenue
2.9 mi · 4 min · Bunge Avenue
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Continue on Bellevue Bridge
1015 ft · 25 sec · Bellevue Bridge
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Continue on East Mission Avenue
1 km · 1 min · East Mission Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
22 m · 2 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 South Sioux City and Bellevue.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 29 South
Take the exit slight right toward I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
93.4 mi · 01h 42m
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 Cloudy leaving South Sioux City and Sunny near Bellevue.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Sioux City to Bellevue?
The road trip is about 110.9 miles (178.4 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Arizona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from South Sioux City and 56.2 miles from Bellevue.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.74 one way or $29.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around South Sioux City and Sunny near Bellevue.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona.
Omaha
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Sioux City and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 96.24 mi (154.88 km).
#1 South Sioux City
City in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.4738800, -96.4136400 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bellevue
The most populous city in Sarpy County, Nebraska.
| Population | 53,270 |
| Coordinates | 41.1366700, -95.8908400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-95.890916, 41.13667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.74 | $29.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.63 | $33.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.20 | $36.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.74 | $41.48 |
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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