Manhattan to Sioux City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.3 miles 369 km · straight line
286.6 miles estimated 461.3 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Manhattan from Sioux City?

The distance from Manhattan to Sioux City is 229.3 miles (369 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located N of Manhattan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.6 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Manhattan in Kansas and Sioux City in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Manhattan and Sioux City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Manhattan to Sioux City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manhattan & Sioux City

Quick Facts

Manhattan
39.18°N, 96.57°W
America/Chicago
311m elevation
Sioux City
42.50°N, 96.40°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients