Origin
Sioux City, IA
Late night in Sioux City on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sioux City, IA to Red Oak, IA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
146.5 mi
236 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
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6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
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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Red Oak, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sioux City, IA to Red Oak, IA covers 146.5 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 29, US Highway 34, US 275 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111.1 miles on I 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.90 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.3 miles from Sioux City, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 58m highway drive covering 146.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 29 and US Highway 34. The longest continuous stretch is about 111.1 miles on I 29.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 29 and US Highway 34. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 9th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 146.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 0.5 miles (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Floyd Boulevard
Turn right onto Floyd Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 29 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 29 South
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 Sioux City, IA to Red Oak, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Glenwood along the way.
Glenwood
112.7 mi in
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~2h 5m
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via US 275
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 29 | 111.1 mi | 2h 1m |
| US Highway 34 | 31.1 mi | 46m |
| US 275 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Broadway Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Floyd Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Hammond Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 29
— 111.1 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City, IA and Red Oak, 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
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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Court Street
4
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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5th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Floyd Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Floyd Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 29 South
7
Merge onto I 29
111 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 29
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 275
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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US 275
Toward US 34, US 275 South: South Bellevue, Glenwood
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 275
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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US 275
10
Merge onto US 34; US 275
31 mi
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46 min
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US Highway 34
11
Turn right onto IA 48
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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North Broadway Street
12
Turn left onto West Hammond Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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West Hammond Street
13
Turn right onto North 7th Street
300 ft
·
15 sec
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North 7th Street
14
Turn right onto East Reed Street
329 ft
·
14 sec
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East Reed Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Reed 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.3 miles from Sioux City, IA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.1 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.3 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Red Oak, 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 146.5 miles and 2h 58m.
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 I 29 for about 111.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.3 mi from Sioux City, IA · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 73.3 miles from Sioux City, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.1 miles.
Arriving in Red Oak, IA
The final approach into Red Oak, 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 Red Oak, IA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.90 one way
$45.81 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.15 | $50.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.19 | $56.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.35 | $64.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.38 | $7.03 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.51 | $9.38 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Red Oak, IA
Late night in Red Oak on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 AM
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
8 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 58m 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 Red Oak, IA covers 146.5 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 29, US Highway 34, US 275. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.3 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 $22.90 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 146.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (5th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sioux City, IA to Red Oak, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Glenwood along the way.
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