How far is Columbus Junction, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs is 233.67 miles (376.06 km).

Flight distance from Columbus Junction, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 233.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 33 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 29 minutes to travel from Columbus Junction to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Columbus Junction, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 274.19 miles (441.27 km) by car.

Driving from Columbus Junction to Council Bluffs will take approximately 04 hours 20 minutes.

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#1 Columbus Junction

City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States

Population 1810
GPS Coordinates 41°16'48"N 91°21'39"W
Latitude 41.2800300
Longitude -91.3607100
Altitude 184
Country United States
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#2 Council Bluffs

The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.

Population 62216
GPS Coordinates 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W
Latitude 41.2619400
Longitude -95.8608300
Altitude 301
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs

The distance between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs is 441 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 54 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs. The current time is 10:45:38.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 09 hours 08 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 06 hours 51 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 05 hours 29 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 04 hours 34 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 03 hours 55 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 03 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 25 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 36.63 liters (9.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus Junction to Council Bluffs is $31.78 (diesel $44.97).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $31.78 $34.81 $39.32 $44.97

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 14, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus Junction and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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