How far is Fort Dodge, IA from Urbandale, IA?
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, IA to Urbandale, IA is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m 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 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Yell Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge and Urbandale.
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Start on 8th Avenue South
8 m · 7 sec · 8th Avenue South
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Turn left onto South 22nd Street
904 ft · 31 sec · South 22nd Street
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Turn slight left onto 6th Avenue South
94 m · 6 sec · 6th Avenue South
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Continue on South 21st Street
112 m · 20 sec · South 21st Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · 5th Avenue South
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Continue on East Kenyon Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Kenyon Road
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Turn left
15.4 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto 360th Street
3.9 mi · 5 min · 360th Street
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Take the exit slight right
16.2 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto 220th Street
3.7 mi · 5 min · 220th Street
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Take the exit slight right
2251 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto H Avenue
11.4 mi · 16 min · H Avenue
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Continue on N Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · N Avenue
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Take the exit left toward IA 141 east: Urbandale
1677 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on Northwest Granger Drive
15.6 mi · 19 min · Northwest Granger Drive
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Continue on Northwest 114th Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest 114th Street
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Continue on Northeast Grimes Boulevard
1.6 km · 1 min · Northeast Grimes Boulevard
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Continue on Grimes Boulevard
3087 ft · 50 sec · Grimes Boulevard
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Continue on Southeast Grimes Boulevard
2 mi · 3 min · Southeast Grimes Boulevard
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Continue on Northwest Urbandale Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Northwest Urbandale Drive
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Turn left onto Meredith Drive
2.8 mi · 5 min · Meredith Drive
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Turn right onto 70th Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · 70th Street
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Turn left onto Maryland Drive
4 m · 1 sec · Maryland Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Maryland Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Dodge and Urbandale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
360th Street
Take the exit slight right
16.2 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fort Dodge and Mostly Sunny near Urbandale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Dodge to Urbandale?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Ogden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Fort Dodge and 57.3 miles from Urbandale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.9 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.12 one way or $26.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Dodge and Mostly Sunny near Urbandale.
Stop Ideas Near Ogden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Dodge and Urbandale. Straight-line distance: 64.55 mi (103.88 km).
#1 Fort Dodge
City in Iowa
| Population | 23,906 |
| Coordinates | 42.4974700, -94.1680200 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Urbandale
A city in Polk County, Iowa.
| Population | 44,650 |
| Coordinates | 41.6266600, -93.7121700 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Maryland Drive (-93.71217, 41.626694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.20 | $32.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
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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