How far is Ankeny, IA from Reinbeck, IA?

The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Reinbeck, IA is about 84.1 miles (135.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 66 miles (106.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
84.14 mi
01h 55m
Flight
65.97 mi
106.17 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
65.97 mi
Kilometers
106.17 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
84.14 mi
Kilometers
135.41 km
Drive Time
01h 55m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Reinbeck
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM CDT
Return by in Ankeny
Thu, Apr 23, 8:31 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ankeny
2026-04-23T04:41
Arrive Reinbeck
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 55m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:55 AM to 11:55 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ankeny
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Albion
IA

City in Marshall County, Iowa

From Ankeny
42 mi
00h 57m
To Reinbeck
42.1 mi
00h 57m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
17 to 24 mph S
Destination
73°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
18 to 26 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Reinbeck.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Reinbeck.

  1. 1

    Start on Southwest 3rd Street

    15 m · 4 sec · Southwest 3rd Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Southwest Walnut Street

    829 ft · 37 sec · Southwest Walnut Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West 1st Street

    1.8 mi · 4 min · West 1st Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Northeast 94th Avenue

    8.5 mi · 13 min · Northeast 94th Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Northeast Hubbell Road

    29.7 mi · 35 min · Northeast Hubbell Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Marsh Avenue

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on South Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

  8. 8

    Continue on 160th Street

    4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Sanford Avenue

    15.9 mi · 22 min · Sanford Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto 240th Street

    6.3 mi · 9 min · 240th Street

  11. 11

    Continue on G Avenue

    1.5 mi · 2 min · G Avenue

  12. 12

    Continue on Diagonal Road

    4.5 mi · 7 min · Diagonal Road

  13. 13

    Continue on 1st Street

    1385 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Diagonal Road

    3 mi · 4 min · Diagonal Road

  15. 15

    Continue on 260th Street

    2509 ft · 42 sec · 260th Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Grundy Avenue

    2687 ft · 47 sec · Grundy Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Blackhawk Street

    764 ft · 34 sec · Blackhawk Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Blackhawk Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Reinbeck.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Northeast Hubbell Road
29.7 mi · 35%
Sanford Avenue
15.9 mi · 19%
Northeast 94th Avenue
8.45 mi · 10%
Diagonal Road
7.42 mi · 9%
240th Street
6.28 mi · 7%
Marsh Avenue
5.95 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

Northeast Hubbell Road

Turn left onto Northeast Hubbell Road

29.7 mi · 00h 35m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 55m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.1 mi
66 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Albion
00h 57m from Ankeny
Leave By
2:40 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ankeny and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reinbeck.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Reinbeck?

The road trip is about 84.1 miles (135.4 km) and usually takes 01h 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?

Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Ankeny and 42.1 miles from Reinbeck.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 66 miles (106.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 2:40 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.20 one way or $22.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ankeny and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reinbeck.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Reinbeck. Straight-line distance: 65.97 mi (106.17 km).

Ankeny

#1 Ankeny

The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa.

Population70,068
Coordinates41.7297100, -93.6057700
Altitude302
CountryUnited States
Reinbeck

#2 Reinbeck

City in Grundy County, Iowa, United States

Population1,613
Coordinates42.3236000, -92.5993600
Altitude293
CountryUnited States
Start: Ankeny (-93.60577, 41.72971)
End: Reinbeck (-92.59936, 42.3236)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 135 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.97 gal
11.24 L · about $11.20
Round trip
$22.40
5.94 gal · 22.48 L
Estimated CO2
26.4 kg one way
Round trip: 52.8 kg / 116 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.20 $22.40
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.63 $25.26
Premium $4.65 $13.82 $27.64
Diesel $5.30 $15.75 $31.51

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Ankeny and Reinbeck. The current time is 04:41:08.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.