How far is Bloomfield, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
The driving distance from Bloomfield, IA to West Des Moines, IA is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 01h 59m.
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 Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomfield and West Des Moines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield and West Des Moines.
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Start on East Jefferson Street
104 m · 12 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North Washington Street
1278 ft · 17 sec · North Washington Street
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Continue on Weaver Road
17.4 mi · 20 min · Weaver Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
52 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South Wapello Street
1.2 km · 53 sec · South Wapello Street
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Continue on Old US Highway 63
4.8 mi · 6 min · Old US Highway 63
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Turn left
1752 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
22.8 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 92: Oskaloosa, Knoxville
2175 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto A Avenue West
32.4 mi · 36 min · A Avenue West
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Turn right
575 ft · 7 sec
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Continue on State Highway 5
19.2 mi · 23 min · State Highway 5
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Merge slight left onto Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
7.5 mi · 9 min · Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 28: Norwalk, Martensdale
3174 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Vine Street
2187 ft · 1 min · Vine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Vine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomfield and West Des Moines.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
A Avenue West
Turn left onto A Avenue West
32.4 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Bloomfield and Chance Rain Showers near West Des Moines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomfield to West Des Moines?
The road trip is about 115.3 miles (185.5 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Leighton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.5 miles from Bloomfield and 58.8 miles from West Des Moines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.35 one way or $30.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bloomfield and Chance Rain Showers near West Des Moines.
Stop Ideas Near Leighton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
1882 City Hall and Fire Station
Pella City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leighton.
Ottumwa station
Osceola
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomfield and West Des Moines. Straight-line distance: 88.32 mi (142.14 km).
#1 Bloomfield
City in and seat of Davis County, Iowa, USA
| Population | 2,694 |
| Coordinates | 40.7516900, -92.4149100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa.
| Population | 69,057 |
| Coordinates | 41.5772100, -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vine Street (-93.71133, 41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.94 | $37.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
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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