How far is Ankeny, IA from Sheffield, IA?
The driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Sheffield, IA is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Halfway Point
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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 Sheffield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ankeny and Sheffield.
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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
83.1 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR C13: Sheffield, Belmond
1554 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto 250th Street
6 mi · 11 min · 250th Street
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Continue on Grant Street
106 m · 7 sec · Grant Street
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Continue on Gilman Street
2239 ft · 50 sec · Gilman Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lincoln Street
624 ft · 15 sec · South Lincoln Street
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Turn right onto West Gilman Street
1799 ft · 36 sec · West Gilman Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gilman Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ankeny and Sheffield.
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
83.1 mi · 01h 30m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ankeny and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sheffield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ankeny to Sheffield?
The road trip is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Ellsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.2 miles from Ankeny and 46.2 miles from Sheffield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.29 one way or $24.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ankeny and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sheffield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ankeny and Sheffield. Straight-line distance: 82.83 mi (133.31 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 Sheffield
City in Franklin County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,096 |
| Coordinates | 42.8933000, -93.2152000 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sheffield (-93.2152, 42.8933)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.29 | $34.58 |
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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