How far is South Sioux City, NE from Waverly, NE?
The driving distance from South Sioux City, NE to Waverly, NE is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
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 Nebraska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Sioux City and Waverly.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Sioux City and Waverly.
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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
1.6 mi · 3 min · Highway 77
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Continue on Highway 77
15.1 mi · 18 min · Highway 77
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 77
35 m · 5 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
847 ft · 24 sec · Highway 77
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Continue on North Bluff Street
3018 ft · 1 min · North Bluff Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Highway 77
18 m · 2 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
26.7 mi · 31 min · Highway 77
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Continue on North Charde Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Charde Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 77
54 m · 3 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
6.3 mi · 7 min · Highway 77
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Continue on Oak Street
3022 ft · 57 sec · Oak Street
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Continue on Highway 77
8.2 mi · 9 min · Highway 77
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Continue on Highway US 77
1507 ft · 23 sec · Highway US 77
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Continue on Highway 77
1.1 km · 47 sec · Highway 77
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Take the ramp straight
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue on North Broad Street
3.4 mi · 8 min · North Broad Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Highway 77
6 m · 1 sec · Highway 77
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
3080 ft · 43 sec · Highway 77
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Continue on County Road 11
11.5 mi · 13 min · County Road 11
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Take the exit slight right
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
47 m · 2 sec · Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
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Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
11.7 mi · 13 min · Highway 77;Wahoo Expressway
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Continue on County Road 18
1.8 mi · 2 min · County Road 18
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Continue on North Highway 77
2678 ft · 44 sec · North Highway 77
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Continue on County Road 18
8.8 mi · 10 min · County Road 18
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Turn left onto Waverly Road
5.9 mi · 8 min · Waverly Road
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Turn right onto North 141st Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North 141st Street
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Turn left onto Kenilworth Street
110 m · 16 sec · Kenilworth Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kenilworth Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Sioux City and Waverly.
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 77
Exit the roundabout onto Highway 77
26.7 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving South Sioux City and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Waverly.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Sioux City to Waverly?
The road trip is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Winslow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.4 miles from South Sioux City and 61.3 miles from Waverly.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 1:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.33 one way or $32.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around South Sioux City and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Waverly.
Stop Ideas Near Winslow
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 Winslow.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Sioux City and Waverly. Straight-line distance: 107.7 mi (173.32 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 Waverly
City in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 4,128 |
| Coordinates | 40.9175000, -96.5283400 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waverly (-96.52834, 40.9175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.42 | $36.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.97 | $45.93 |
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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