How far is Orange, IA from Ankeny, IA?
The driving distance from Orange, IA to Ankeny, IA is about 100.4 miles (161.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.1 miles (128.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 51m.
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.
Township in Hardin County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orange and Ankeny.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orange and Ankeny.
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Start on Kimball Avenue
975 ft · 32 sec · Kimball Avenue
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Turn left onto West Orange Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Orange Road
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Turn right onto Ansborough Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Ansborough Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1888 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
62.5 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South: Des Moines
1612 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
49.6 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 1st Street
1422 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
92 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto East 1st Street
1.4 mi · 3 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 Orange and Ankeny.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
62.5 mi · 01h 12m
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 Orange and Mostly Sunny near Ankeny.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orange to Ankeny?
The road trip is about 100.4 miles (161.6 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Buckeye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.8 miles from Orange and 41.6 miles from Ankeny.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.1 miles (128.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.98 one way or $27.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Orange and Mostly Sunny near Ankeny.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orange and Ankeny. Straight-line distance: 80.11 mi (128.92 km).
#1 Orange
Orange is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.4258200, -92.3565800 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| 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: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $3.94 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.28 | $15.18 | $30.37 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $17.17 | $34.34 |
| Diesel | $6.01 | $21.34 | $42.67 |
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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