How far is Ankeny, IA from Saint Ansgar, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Saint Ansgar, IA is about 140.9 miles (226.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ankeny and Saint Ansgar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Saint Ansgar.
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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
110.5 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right
2004 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 9
6.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 9
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Continue on West South Street
1 mi · 2 min · West South Street
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Continue on State Highway 9
9.4 mi · 13 min · State Highway 9
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Turn left onto Balsam Avenue
6 mi · 11 min · Balsam Avenue
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Turn right onto 420th Street
4 mi · 7 min · 420th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Foothill Avenue
1132 ft · 23 sec · Foothill Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1280 ft · 48 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
1735 ft · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto Train Lane
18 m · 3 sec · Train Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Train Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Saint Ansgar.
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
110 mi · 01h 59m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ankeny and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Ansgar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Saint Ansgar?
The road trip is about 140.9 miles (226.8 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Dows is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.5 miles from Ankeny and 70.5 miles from Saint Ansgar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.74 one way or $37.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ankeny and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Ansgar.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Saint Ansgar. Straight-line distance: 119.15 mi (191.75 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 Saint Ansgar
City
| Population | 1,125 |
| Coordinates | 43.3783000, -92.9188100 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Ansgar (-92.91881, 43.3783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $18.74 | $37.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.14 | $42.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.13 | $46.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.36 | $52.72 |
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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