How far is Des Moines, IA from Albia, IA?
The driving distance from Des Moines, IA to Albia, IA is about 65.5 miles (105.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
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 and seat of Marion County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Moines and Albia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Moines and Albia.
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Start on East University Avenue
147 m · 39 sec · East University Avenue
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Turn uturn onto East University Avenue
530 ft · 18 sec · East University Avenue
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Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue
876 ft · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Continue on East 6th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East 6th Street
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Continue on Southeast 6th Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Southeast 6th Street
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Turn left onto Indianola Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Indianola Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Southeast 14th Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · Southeast 14th Street
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Continue on Southridge Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Southridge Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right
1680 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
2.2 mi · 2 min · Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 5 South: Carlisle
19 mi · 23 min
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Turn left
10.6 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right
2592 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
25.1 mi · 37 min
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Turn left onto Benton Avenue East
109 m · 9 sec · Benton Avenue East
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Turn right onto South 2nd Street
52 m · 13 sec · South 2nd Street
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Turn left
10 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Moines and Albia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
25.1 mi · 00h 37m
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 leaving Des Moines and Rain Showers Likely near Albia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Albia?
The road trip is about 65.5 miles (105.4 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Knoxville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.7 miles from Des Moines and 32.7 miles from Albia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 3:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Moines and Rain Showers Likely near Albia.
Stop Ideas Near Knoxville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Knoxville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Moines and Albia. Straight-line distance: 57.53 mi (92.59 km).
#1 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa.
| Population | 212,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6005400, -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albia
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,713 |
| Coordinates | 41.0266700, -92.8057500 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albia (-92.80575, 41.02667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
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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