How far is South Sioux City, NE from Schuyler, NE?
The driving distance from South Sioux City, NE to Schuyler, NE is about 99.8 miles (160.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.3 miles (126 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 03m.
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.
Town in Wayne County, West Virginia
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Sioux City and Schuyler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Sioux City and Schuyler.
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Start on Dakota Avenue
1499 ft · 55 sec · Dakota Avenue
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Turn right onto West 21st Street
1 km · 1 min · West 21st Street
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Turn left onto Highway 77
1.3 mi · 2 min · Highway 77
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West
2387 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Highway 110
2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 110
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Turn right onto Highway 35
24.2 mi · 29 min · Highway 35
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Continue on Highway 35
1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 35
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Continue on Oak Street
2956 ft · 52 sec · Oak Street
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Continue on Highway 35
1.8 mi · 2 min · Highway 35
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Continue on Highway 35
6.9 mi · 8 min · Highway 35
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Continue on East 7th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East 7th Street
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Turn left onto Windom Street
2714 ft · 1 min · Windom Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Fairground Avenue
1316 ft · 44 sec · Fairground Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
1450 ft · 43 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Highway 15
14.2 mi · 17 min · Highway 15
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 275
2 mi · 2 min · Highway 275
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Turn left onto Highway 15
19 mi · 22 min · Highway 15
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Continue on Road 11
19.2 mi · 22 min · Road 11
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Continue on Colfax Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Colfax Street
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Turn left onto East 11th Street
27 m · 2 sec · East 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Sioux City and Schuyler.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 35
Turn right onto Highway 35
24.2 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving South Sioux City and Mostly Clear near Schuyler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Sioux City to Schuyler?
The road trip is about 99.8 miles (160.6 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Wayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from South Sioux City and 49.9 miles from Schuyler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.3 miles (126 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.27 one way or $26.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around South Sioux City and Mostly Clear near Schuyler.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Sioux City and Schuyler. Straight-line distance: 78.31 mi (126.03 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 Schuyler
City in Nebraska
| Population | 6,220 |
| Coordinates | 41.4472300, -97.0594800 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
End: Schuyler (-97.05948, 41.44723)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 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 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
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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