How far is Colfax, IA from Ankeny, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Colfax and Ankeny is 18.94 miles (30.49 km).
Flight distance from Colfax, IA to Ankeny, IA is 18.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Colfax, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 25.41 miles (40.89 km) by car.
Driving from Colfax to Ankeny will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.
#1 Colfax
City in Jasper County, Iowa
| Population | 2050 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°40'40"N 93°14'43"W |
| Latitude | 41.6777700 |
| Longitude | -93.2452000 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.
| Population | 70068 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7297100 |
| Longitude | -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Ankeny: Southwest 3rd Street (-93.60577,41.72962)
Estimated Travel Time Between Colfax and Ankeny
The distance between Colfax and Ankeny is 41 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Colfax and Ankeny. The current time is 00:41:10.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.39 liters (0.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Colfax and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Colfax to Ankeny is $2.95 (diesel $4.17).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.95 | $3.23 | $3.64 | $4.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Colfax and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
