How far is Ankeny, IA from Lake View, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Lake View, IA is about 115.8 miles (186.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.5 miles (136 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Greene County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Lake View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Lake View.
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Start on Southwest 3rd Street
15 m · 4 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Southwest Walnut Street
829 ft · 37 sec · Southwest Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 1st Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · West 1st Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1707 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
18.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Business I 35, US 30: Ames, Iowa State University, Nevada
1652 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Business I 35, US 30 West: Ames, Iowa State University
12.6 mi · 15 min
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Continue on 220th Street
43.6 mi · 58 min · 220th Street
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Continue on County Road N33
10.3 mi · 14 min · County Road N33
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Continue on US 30
1.6 km · 1 min · US 30
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Turn right onto Noble Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · Noble Avenue
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Turn left onto 180th Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · 180th Street
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Turn right
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto 120th Street
4 mi · 5 min · 120th Street
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Turn right onto Hawthorne Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Hawthorne Avenue
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Continue on Union Avenue
7 mi · 10 min · Union Avenue
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Turn left onto 330th Street
5 mi · 7 min · 330th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 330th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Lake View.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
43.6 mi · 00h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ankeny and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lake View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Lake View?
The road trip is about 115.8 miles (186.3 km) and usually takes 02h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grand Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.8 miles from Ankeny and 58 miles from Lake View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.5 miles (136 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.39 one way or $30.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ankeny and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lake View.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Junction
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grand Junction.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Lake View. Straight-line distance: 84.48 mi (135.96 km).
#1 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa.
| Population | 70,068 |
| Coordinates | 41.7297100, -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake View
City of Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,076 |
| Coordinates | 42.3116500, -95.0533200 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake View (-95.05332, 42.31165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $15.39 | $30.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.64 | $43.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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