Origin
Sioux City, IA
Late night in Sioux City on Wednesday
Local time
1:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sioux City, IA to Britt, IA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
178.8 mi
288 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 40m
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6 AM
3h 53m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 2m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sioux City, IA
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Britt, IA
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Sioux City, IA to Britt, IA? This 178.8-mile journey takes approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. You'll be traveling primarily on local roads and US highways, with about 59% of the drive on faster routes. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $28. This drive is a straightforward hop within the Midwest region, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning. Considering the duration and distance, you can easily complete this drive and have plenty of daylight left at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.4 miles from Sioux City, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, blending highway stretches with local road navigation. With 59% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter some faster-paced sections. However, be prepared for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.6 miles on 220th Street, which likely involves more local traffic and potentially slower speeds. The drive progresses through varied Iowa landscapes, transitioning from the initial roads out of Sioux City to the US 169 and Highway 20 corridors. Expect a feel that shifts between efficient travel and more community-focused roadways as you get closer to Britt.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
220th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 56.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 9th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 52m 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: near the start (9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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9th Street
Turn left onto 9th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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7th Street
Turn left onto 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Iowa Street
Turn right onto Iowa Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.9 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 20 Business / Gordon Drive
Turn left onto US 20 Business / Gordon Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 220th Street | 56.6 mi | 1h 5m |
| US 169 | 40.5 mi | 57m |
| Highway 20 | 39.4 mi | 47m |
| US Highway 18 | 16.9 mi | 23m |
| United States Highway 20 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| 230th Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| 210th Street | 4 mi | 5m |
| Gordon Drive | 3.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
220th Street
— 56.6 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City, IA and Britt, IA.
1
Start on this road
115 ft
·
13 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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9th Street
3
Turn right onto Court Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Court Street
4
Turn left onto 7th Street
399 ft
·
19 sec
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7th Street
5
Turn right onto Iowa Street
423 ft
·
23 sec
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Iowa Street
6
Turn left onto 6th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
6th Street
7
Continue on Fairmount Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairmount Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 20 Business
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 20
39 mi
·
47 min
·
Highway 20
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on US 20
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
United States Highway 20
11
Continue on US 20
57 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
220th Street
12
Take the exit onto US 20 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 20 Business
13
Turn left onto US 20 Business
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 20 Business
14
Continue on US 20 Business
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
230th Street
15
Continue on US 20 Business
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Kenyon Road
16
Turn left onto US 169
41 mi
·
57 min
·
US 169
17
Turn right onto East McGregor Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East McGregor Street
18
Continue on 210th Street
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
210th Street
19
Turn left onto 210th Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
210th Avenue
20
Turn right onto US 18
17 mi
·
23 min
·
US Highway 18
21
Turn right onto Main Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Main Avenue North
22
Arrive at destination
Main Avenue North
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 52-minute drive, an early morning departure from Sioux City is ideal, allowing you to maximize your time in Britt. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to break up the 178.8 miles as you see fit, perhaps for a quick stretch or to refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 56.6-mile segment on 220th Street, as services might be less frequent there. The estimated $28 fuel cost is a good budget baseline. Arriving in Britt with ample daylight will make settling in or exploring much easier.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 89.4 miles from Sioux City, IA, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.6 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.4 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Britt, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sioux City, IA 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 Sioux City, IA
This is one driving day of about 178.8 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sioux City, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on 220th Street for about 56.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.4 mi from Sioux City, IA · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.4 miles from Sioux City, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Britt, IA
The final approach into Britt, 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 Britt, 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
$27.95 one way
$55.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.69 | $61.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.41 | $68.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.48 | $78.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.77 | $8.58 |
| Efficient EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.03 | $11.44 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Britt, IA
Late night in Britt on Wednesday
Local time
1:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Denison, IA
89 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
30 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
3h 52m 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 Sioux City, IA to Britt, IA covers 178.8 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 220th Street, US 169, Highway 20. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.4 miles from Sioux City, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sioux City, IA to Britt, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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