Origin
Laurens, IA
Night in Laurens on Friday
Local time
10:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Laurens, IA to Sioux City, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
97.1 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laurens, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Sioux City, IA
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Trip Overview
Laurens, IA to Sioux City, IA is 97.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m via US 75, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Iowa from a more rural starting point to a larger city. Expect a drive that involves a good amount of turning, characteristic of local roads. Given the relatively short distance, it's an ideal option for a same-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll experience a blend of road types as you make your way west.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Laurens, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 97.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive, with only 21% of it being highway. You'll navigate through a mix of surfaces, including 530th Street, US 75, and 460th Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.9 miles on 530th Street, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you're back to navigating turns. The road conditions will likely shift as you progress, moving from more localized county roads to the main arteries leading into Sioux City. Be prepared for frequent adjustments to your steering and speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
530th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 32.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 15.3 miles in near US 71 / 130th Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.3 miles (US 71 / 130th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 22.3 miles (IA 3 / 530th Street): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 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 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
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US 71 / 130th Avenue
Turn left onto US 71 / 130th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
22.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
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IA 3 / 530th Street
Turn right onto IA 3 / 530th Street
Navigation decision point
7
91.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
US 75 Business
Take the exit onto US 75 Business toward CR D12, US 75 Business: Floyd Boulevard, 46th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward CR D12, US 75 Business: Floyd Boulevard,...
5
96.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
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9th Street
Turn right onto 9th Street
Navigation decision point
5
97 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Laurens, IA to Sioux City, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Cr D12 along the way.
Cr D12
91.4 mi in
|
~2h 5m
|
via US 75 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 530th Street | 32.9 mi | 44m |
| US 75 | 15 mi | 18m |
| 460th Street | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| County Road C38 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| 130th Avenue | 7 mi | 9m |
| 210th Street | 6 mi | 8m |
| US 75 Business | 4 mi | 5m |
| C38 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
530th Street
— 32.9 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurens, IA and Sioux City, IA.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto IA 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 10
3
Continue on IA 10
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
440th Street
4
Continue on IA 10
12 mi
·
16 min
·
460th Street
5
Turn left onto US 71
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
130th Avenue
6
Turn right onto IA 3
15 mi
·
20 min
·
530th Street
7
Continue on IA 3
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 3
8
Turn straight onto IA 3
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
530th Street
9
Keep slight left at fork onto State Highway 977
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Highway 977
10
Continue on East Main Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
11
Continue on CR C38
15 mi
·
19 min
·
530th Street
12
Continue on CR C38
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road C38
13
Continue on CR C38
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
210th Street
14
Continue on CR C38
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
CR C38
15
Continue on CR C38
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
210th Street
16
Continue on CR C38
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road C38
17
Turn left onto US 75
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 75
18
Take the exit onto US 75 Business
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 75 Business
Toward CR D12, US 75 Business: Floyd Boulevard, 46th Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto 18th Street
239 ft
·
7 sec
·
18th Street
20
Turn left onto Terminal Drive
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Terminal Drive
21
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
22
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Street
23
Turn left onto Court Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Court Street
24
Turn right onto 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
9th Street
25
Turn right
115 ft
·
8 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over two hours, this is a trip best suited for a single day, so you have flexibility on when to depart. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Sioux City and explore before heading back, or to settle in if you plan to stay. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as stretches between services might vary; the estimated fuel cost is around $15. While there are no designated stops mentioned, you'll find opportunities to pull over as needed. A specific tip for this route is to pay close attention to signage for US 75, as it's a key connector for a significant portion of your journey.
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 48.5 miles from Laurens, IA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 8m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sioux City, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Laurens, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Laurens, IA
This is one driving day of about 97.1 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Laurens, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 530th Street for about 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from Laurens, IA · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 48.5 miles from Laurens, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sioux City, IA
The final approach into Sioux City, IA 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 Sioux City, IA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.18 one way
$30.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.69 | $37.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.44 | $42.88 |
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: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.20 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.59 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Sioux City, IA
Night in Sioux City on Friday
Local time
10:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
23 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
2h 16m 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 Laurens, IA to Sioux City, IA covers 97.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 530th Street, US 75, 460th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.5 miles from Laurens, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.18 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.3 miles (US 71 / 130th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 22.3 miles (IA 3 / 530th Street): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 miles (US 75 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Laurens, IA to Sioux City, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Cr D12 along the way.
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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