How far is West Point, NE from South Sioux City, NE?
The driving distance from West Point, NE to South Sioux City, NE is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Point and South Sioux City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Point and South Sioux City.
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Start on the route
68 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto North Colfax Street
56 m · 13 sec · North Colfax Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
111 m · 18 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North Lincoln Street
1.4 km · 59 sec · North Lincoln Street
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Continue on Highway 275
2169 ft · 28 sec · Highway 275
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Turn right onto Highway 9
16.9 mi · 25 min · Highway 9
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Continue on 4th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · 4th Street
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Continue on Highway 9
11 mi · 14 min · Highway 9
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Continue on South Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Highway 9
3001 ft · 49 sec · Highway 9
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Turn right onto Highway 35
19.8 mi · 24 min · Highway 35
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Turn left onto Highway 77
3.9 mi · 6 min · Highway 77
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Turn right onto West 21st Street
1 km · 1 min · West 21st Street
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Turn left onto Dakota Avenue
1499 ft · 51 sec · Dakota Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dakota Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Point and South Sioux City.
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
19.8 mi · 00h 24m
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 Sunny leaving West Point and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near South Sioux City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Point to South Sioux City?
The road trip is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Emerson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.2 miles from West Point and 30.9 miles from South Sioux City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.88 one way or $15.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around West Point and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near South Sioux City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Point and South Sioux City. Straight-line distance: 46.22 mi (74.39 km).
#1 West Point
City in Nebraska, USA
| Population | 3,237 |
| Coordinates | 41.8416700, -96.7086400 |
| Altitude | 411 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Sioux City
City in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States
| Population | 12,809 |
| Coordinates | 42.4738800, -96.4136400 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dakota Avenue (-96.413706, 42.473915)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.73 | $19.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
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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