How far is Osceola, IA from Urbandale, IA?
The driving distance from Osceola, IA to Urbandale, IA is about 45.5 miles (73.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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 00h 48m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osceola and Urbandale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osceola and Urbandale.
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Start on South Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto County Road R35
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Road R35
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Take the ramp right toward I-35 north: Des Moines
1204 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
37.5 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6
1530 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto Hickman Road
3 mi · 5 min · Hickman Road
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Turn left onto 73rd Street
1097 ft · 22 sec · 73rd Street
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Continue on 72nd Street
3073 ft · 1 min · 72nd Street
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Turn right onto Roseland Drive
1302 ft · 1 min · Roseland Drive
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Turn left onto 70th Street
106 m · 11 sec · 70th Street
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Turn right 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 Osceola and Urbandale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-35 north
Merge slight left
37.5 mi · 00h 41m
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 Osceola and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Urbandale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osceola to Urbandale?
The road trip is about 45.5 miles (73.3 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Bevington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Osceola and 23 miles from Urbandale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.1 miles (66.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.07 one way or $12.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Osceola and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Urbandale.
Stop Ideas Near Bevington
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 Bevington.
Osceola
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osceola and Urbandale. Straight-line distance: 41.05 mi (66.06 km).
#1 Osceola
City in Clarke County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,285 |
| Coordinates | 41.0338900, -93.7655000 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| 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: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
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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