How far is South Sioux City, NE from Plattsmouth, NE?
The driving distance from South Sioux City, NE to Plattsmouth, NE is about 120.7 miles (194.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.7 miles (168.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 37m 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 18m.
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.
Village in Washington County, Nebraska, 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 Plattsmouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Sioux City and Plattsmouth.
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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
18.6 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR L35: Plattsmouth, Pacific Junction
1619 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Lambert Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Lambert Avenue
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Continue on Plattsmouth Bridge
1420 ft · 1 min · Plattsmouth Bridge
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Continue on Livingston Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Livingston Road
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Turn slight right onto South 3rd Street
755 ft · 17 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
56 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Sioux City and Plattsmouth.
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving South Sioux City and Partly Sunny near Plattsmouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Sioux City to Plattsmouth?
The road trip is about 120.7 miles (194.2 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Herman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from South Sioux City and 60.3 miles from Plattsmouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.7 miles (168.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.28 one way or $36.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around South Sioux City and Partly Sunny near Plattsmouth.
Stop Ideas Near Herman
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 Herman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Sioux City and Plattsmouth. Straight-line distance: 104.69 mi (168.49 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 Plattsmouth
City in and county seat of Cass County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 6,416 |
| Coordinates | 41.0113900, -95.8822300 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plattsmouth (-95.88223, 41.01139)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $4.29 | $18.28 | $36.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $19.28 | $38.56 |
| Premium | $5.09 | $21.68 | $43.37 |
| Diesel | $6.23 | $26.54 | $53.09 |
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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