How far is Ankeny, IA from Laurens, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Laurens, IA is about 143.9 miles (231.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100 miles (161 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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 55m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Webster County, Iowa, in the United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Laurens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Laurens.
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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
49.6 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
1664 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
56.1 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 4: Rockwell City, Pocahontas
2133 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Marshall Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Marshall Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Marshall Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Marshall Avenue
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
4.3 mi · 6 min · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on South East Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South East Street
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Continue on Marengo Avenue
2317 ft · 39 sec · Marengo Avenue
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Continue on 220th Avenue
11.5 mi · 16 min · 220th Avenue
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Continue on Southwest 7th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Southwest 7th Street
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Continue on 220th Avenue
5.5 mi · 8 min · 220th Avenue
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Turn left onto Cummins Road
2 mi · 3 min · Cummins Road
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Continue on 450th Street
6.1 mi · 8 min · 450th Street
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Turn straight onto State Highway 10
1.4 km · 1 min · State Highway 10
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1402 ft · 46 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
38 m · 4 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Laurens.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 20 West
Merge slight left
56.1 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ankeny and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Laurens?
The road trip is about 143.9 miles (231.6 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Duncombe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.9 miles from Ankeny and 72 miles from Laurens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100 miles (161 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.9 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ankeny and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Laurens.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Laurens. Straight-line distance: 100.06 mi (161.03 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 Laurens
City in Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,126 |
| Coordinates | 42.8466400, -94.8519300 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| Country | United States |
End: Laurens (-94.85193, 42.84664)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.61 | $43.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.64 | $47.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.94 | $53.89 |
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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