How far is Des Moines, IA from Eagle Grove, IA?
The driving distance from Des Moines, IA to Eagle Grove, IA is about 93.8 miles (151 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75 miles (120.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
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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
2836 ft · 1 min · East University Avenue
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Turn right onto East 14th Street
1908 ft · 58 sec · East 14th Street
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Take the ramp left toward US 69, East 14th Street, East 15th STreet
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John MacVicar Freeway
4.8 mi · 6 min · John MacVicar Freeway
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Continue straight
54.3 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
1664 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 17 North
2130 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Stagecoach Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street
2135 ft · 39 sec · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Road
5.9 mi · 9 min · Stagecoach Road
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Continue on State Highway 17
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 17
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Continue on South Commercial Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
9 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John MacVicar Freeway
Continue straight
54.3 mi · 00h 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.
Sunny leaving Des Moines and Sunny near Eagle Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Eagle Grove?
The road trip is about 93.8 miles (151 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Randall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.9 miles from Des Moines and 46.9 miles from Eagle Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75 miles (120.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.48 one way or $24.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Des Moines and Sunny near Eagle Grove.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Moines and Eagle Grove. Straight-line distance: 75.03 mi (120.75 km).
#1 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa.
| Population | 212,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6005400, -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle Grove
City in Wright County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,367 |
| Coordinates | 42.6641400, -93.9043900 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eagle Grove (-93.90439, 42.66414)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 151 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.48 | $24.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.08 | $28.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.40 | $30.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.56 | $35.11 |
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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