How far is Ankeny, IA from Nora Springs, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Nora Springs, IA is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Nora Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Nora Springs.
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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
97.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
15.8 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR S70: Nora Springs
1887 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto Zinnia Avenue
1.8 mi · 4 min · Zinnia Avenue
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Turn right onto West Drive
2695 ft · 1 min · West Drive
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Turn left onto South Hooker Avenue
138 m · 24 sec · South Hooker Avenue
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Turn right onto West Congress Street
2624 ft · 58 sec · West Congress Street
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Turn left onto Iowa Avenue
2 m · 1 sec · Iowa Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iowa Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Nora Springs.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 1st Street
Merge slight left
97.1 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Sunny leaving Ankeny and Sunny near Nora Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Nora Springs?
The road trip is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.6 miles from Ankeny and 59.6 miles from Nora Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.88 one way or $31.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ankeny and Sunny near Nora Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Nora Springs. Straight-line distance: 102.33 mi (164.69 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 Nora Springs
City in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,342 |
| Coordinates | 43.1427500, -93.0043700 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nora Springs (-93.00437, 43.14275)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.88 | $31.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.91 | $35.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.59 | $39.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.33 | $44.66 |
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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