Origin
Coo n Rapids, IA
Afternoon in Coo n Rapids on Thursday
Local time
4:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
93.9 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coo n Rapids, IA
Emın Alper
Council Bluffs, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA covers 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 6th Avenue, Highway Street, 335th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 93.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 38m drive with frequent turns across 93.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 6th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is easy. At 1h 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 6th Avenue | — | — |
| Highway Street | — | — |
| 335th Street | — | — |
| Upland Road | — | — |
| Chestnut Road | — | — |
| Highway 44 | — | — |
| Highway 71 | — | — |
| Lincoln Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South 6th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coo n Rapids, IA and Council Bluffs, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
377 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto South 6th Avenue
384 ft
·
10 sec
·
South 6th Avenue
3
Turn right onto Highway Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Highway Street
4
Continue on 335th Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
335th Street
5
Keep slight left to continue on Upland Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Upland Road
6
Continue on Chestnut Road
14 mi
·
24 min
·
Chestnut Road
7
Turn right onto State Highway 44
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 44
8
Turn left onto Highway 71
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Highway 71
9
Continue on Lincoln Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
10
Continue on Highway 71
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 71
11
Continue on 650th Street
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
650th Street
12
Take the exit right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
13
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
34 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Council Bluffs, Oakland
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 6: Council Bluffs, Oakland
16
Turn straight onto East Kanesville Boulevard
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Kanesville Boulevard
17
Continue on East Broadway
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Broadway
18
Continue on East Kanesville Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Kanesville Boulevard
19
Continue on West Broadway
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Broadway
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA, or about 49m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Council Bluffs, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Coo n Rapids, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coo n Rapids, IA
This is one driving day of about 93.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47 mi from Coo n Rapids, IA · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Council Bluffs, IA
The final approach into Council Bluffs, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.68 one way
$29.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.73 | $41.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.15 | $6.01 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Council Bluffs, IA
Afternoon in Council Bluffs on Thursday
Local time
4:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Avoca, IA
47 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 38m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA covers 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 6th Avenue, Highway Street, 335th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is easy. At 1h 38m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Coo n Rapids, IA to Council Bluffs, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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