How far is Ankeny, IA from Ogden, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Ogden, IA is about 45.5 miles (73.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.4 miles (49 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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 00h 57m.
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.
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Ogden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Ogden.
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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
11.6 mi · 14 min · 220th Street
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Take the exit slight right
2260 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
2879 ft · 2 min · South 1st Street
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Turn right onto East Walnut Street
26 m · 2 sec · East Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Ogden.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 1st Street
Merge slight left
18.1 mi · 00h 20m
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 Ogden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Ogden?
The road trip is about 45.5 miles (73.3 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Ames is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.7 miles from Ankeny and 22.8 miles from Ogden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.4 miles (49 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.07 one way or $12.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ankeny and Sunny near Ogden.
Stop Ideas Near Ames
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 Ames.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Ogden. Straight-line distance: 30.47 mi (49.03 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 Ogden
City in Yell Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,985 |
| Coordinates | 42.0391500, -94.0277300 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ogden (-94.02773, 42.03915)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
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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