How far is Red Oak, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Red Oak and Council Bluffs is 37.37 miles (60.14 km).
Flight distance from Red Oak, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 37.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Red Oak, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 49.04 miles (78.92 km) by car.
Driving from Red Oak to Council Bluffs will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Red Oak
City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5271 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°0'35"N 95°13'32"W |
| Latitude | 41.0097200 |
| Longitude | -95.2255500 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| 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 Red Oak and Council Bluffs
The distance between Red Oak and Council Bluffs is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 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 Red Oak and Council Bluffs. The current time is 04:50:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.55 liters (1.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Red Oak and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Red Oak to Council Bluffs is $5.68 (diesel $8.04).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $5.68 | $6.23 | $7.03 | $8.04 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Red Oak 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.
