Origin
Sioux City, IA
Evening in Sioux City on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sioux City, IA to Alton, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 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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Alton, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sioux City, IA to Alton, IA covers 41.2 miles and takes about 55m 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, IA 60, 3rd Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.3 miles on US 75 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.44 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
20.6 miles from Sioux City, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 41.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 75 Business and IA 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.3 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 15 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 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 75 Business and IA 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 9th Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 11 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 (11th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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9th Street
Turn left onto 9th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Court Street
Turn left onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
11th Street
Turn right onto 11th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 75 Business
Turn left onto US 75 Business
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
39.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Alton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Alton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 75 Business | 24.3 mi | 31m |
| IA 60 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| 3rd Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 11th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Terminal Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 18th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 75 Business
— 24.3 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux City, IA and Alton, IA.
1
Start on this road
115 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
9th Street
3
Turn left onto Court Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Court Street
4
Turn right onto 11th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Street
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
6
Continue on Terminal Drive
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Terminal Drive
7
Turn right onto 18th Street
239 ft
·
8 sec
·
18th Street
8
Turn left onto US 75 Business
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 75 Business
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the ramp onto US 75 Business
21 mi
·
26 min
·
US 75 Business
10
Continue on IA 60
13 mi
·
15 min
·
IA 60
Toward IA 60 North: Sheldon
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Alton
12
At end of road, turn right onto 3rd Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Avenue
13
Turn left onto West 10th Street
156 ft
·
8 sec
·
West 10th Street
14
Turn right
112 ft
·
8 sec
15
Arrive at 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 20.6 miles from Sioux City, IA, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 41 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.6 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alton, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Sioux City, IA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sioux City, IA
This is one driving day of about 41.2 miles and 55m.
At 41.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 75 Business for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Sioux City, IA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Sioux City, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alton, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Alton, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.44 one way
$12.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.07 | $14.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Alton, IA
Evening in Alton on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
55m 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 Alton, IA covers 41.2 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 75 Business, IA 60, 3rd 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 20.6 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 $6.44 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 55m drive. You will face about 11 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 (11th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sioux City, IA to Alton, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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