Origin
Dakota City, NE
Late night in Dakota City on Saturday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
109.8 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dakota City, NE
Tom Fisk
Bellevue, NE
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE covers 109.8 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 75 Business, I 29, Bunge Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 93.4 miles on US 75 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.17 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
54.9 miles from Dakota City, NE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 109.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 4m highway drive covering 109.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 75 Business and I 29. The longest continuous stretch is about 93.4 miles on US 75 Business.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 75 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 93.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 75 Business and I 29. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE is easy. At 2h 4m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles (US 75 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broadway Street
Continue onto Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 129 East, US 20 East, US 75 North: Iowa
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 129 East, US 20 East, US 75 North: Iow...
7
4.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 75 Business
Take the exit onto US 75 Business toward I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gatewa...
4
105.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward CR H10: Bellevue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CR H10: Bellevue
4
109.8 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 75 Business | 93.4 mi | 1h 42m |
| I 29 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Bunge Avenue | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| I 129 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Dakota Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Mission Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| IBP Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 14th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 75 Business
— 93.4 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dakota City, NE and Bellevue, NE.
1
Start on Broadway Street
91 ft
·
11 sec
·
Broadway Street
2
Continue on Broadway Street
526 ft
·
17 sec
·
Broadway Street
3
Turn slight left
391 ft
·
7 sec
4
Continue on North 14th Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
North 14th Street
5
Continue on IBP Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
IBP Avenue
6
Continue on Dakota Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dakota Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 129 East, US 20 East, US 75 North: Iowa
8
Merge onto I 129; US 20; US 75
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 129; US 20; US 75
9
Take the exit onto US 75 Business
93 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
US 75 Business
Toward I 29 South: Council Bluffs, Sioux Gateway Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 29; I 80 Local; US 6
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 29; I 80 Local; US 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward CR H10: Bellevue
12
Turn right onto CR H10
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Bunge Avenue
13
Continue on CR H10
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bellevue Bridge
14
Continue on East Mission Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mission Avenue
15
Turn right onto Main Street
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
Main Street
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 54.9 miles from Dakota City, NE, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.4 miles.
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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellevue, NE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dakota City, NE so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dakota City, NE
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Dakota City, NE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 75 Business for about 93.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.9 mi from Dakota City, NE · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Dakota City, NE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 75 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.4 miles.
Arriving in Bellevue, NE
The final approach into Bellevue, NE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bellevue, NE.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.85 | $37.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.53 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Bellevue, NE
Late night in Bellevue on Saturday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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 Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE covers 109.8 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 75 Business, I 29, Bunge Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.9 miles from Dakota City, NE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.17 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 Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE is easy. At 2h 4m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles (US 75 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Dakota City, NE to Bellevue, NE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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