How far is La Porte City, IA from Ankeny, IA?
The driving distance from La Porte City, IA to Ankeny, IA is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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 52m.
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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City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Porte City and Ankeny.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Porte City and Ankeny.
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Start on Commercial Street
9.3 mi · 14 min · Commercial Street
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Turn right onto 58th Street
5.2 mi · 8 min · 58th Street
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Turn left onto Holsted Street
14.9 mi · 21 min · Holsted Street
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Take the ramp right
1770 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto 73rd Street
786 ft · 10 sec · 73rd Street
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
37.3 mi · 43 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 330: Melbourne, Des Moines
1818 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto Marshalltown Boulevard
28.2 mi · 32 min · Marshalltown Boulevard
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Turn right onto Northeast 94th Avenue
8.5 mi · 13 min · Northeast 94th Avenue
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Continue on East 1st Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · East 1st Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Walnut Street
829 ft · 41 sec · Southwest Walnut Street
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Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
15 m · 2 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Porte City and Ankeny.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lincoln Highway
Continue on Lincoln Highway
37.3 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Porte City and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Ankeny.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Porte City to Ankeny?
The road trip is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Le Grand is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53 miles from La Porte City and 53.1 miles from Ankeny.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 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 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.14 one way or $28.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Porte City and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Ankeny.
Stop Ideas Near Le Grand
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Ottumwa station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Porte City and Ankeny. Straight-line distance: 83.06 mi (133.68 km).
#1 La Porte City
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 2,240 |
| Coordinates | 42.3149900, -92.1921300 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa.
| Population | 70,068 |
| Coordinates | 41.7297100, -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest 3rd Street (-93.60577, 41.72962)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.45 | $34.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.89 | $39.78 |
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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