How far is Decorah, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Decorah and Council Bluffs is 251.52 miles (404.78 km).
Flight distance from Decorah, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 251.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 38 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 34 minutes to travel from Decorah to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Decorah, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 317.5 miles (510.96 km) by car.
Driving from Decorah to Council Bluffs will take approximately 05 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Decorah
Town in Iowa
| Population | 7484 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°18'12"N 91°47'9"W |
| Latitude | 43.3033100 |
| Longitude | -91.7857100 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Decorah and Council Bluffs
The distance between Decorah and Council Bluffs is 511 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 40 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 Decorah and Council Bluffs. The current time is 03:38:18.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 32 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 42.41 liters (11.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Decorah and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Decorah to Council Bluffs is $36.8 (diesel $52.07).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $36.8 | $40.31 | $45.53 | $52.07 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Decorah 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.
