How far is Urbandale, IA from Denison, IA?
The driving distance from Urbandale, IA to Denison, IA is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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.
City in Guthrie County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Urbandale and Denison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Urbandale and Denison.
-
1
Start on Maryland Drive
4 m · 3 sec · Maryland Drive
-
2
Turn right onto 70th Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · 70th Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Meredith Drive
2.8 mi · 5 min · Meredith Drive
-
4
Turn right onto Northwest Urbandale Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Northwest Urbandale Drive
-
5
Continue on Southeast Grimes Boulevard
2.6 mi · 4 min · Southeast Grimes Boulevard
-
6
Continue on Northeast Grimes Boulevard
1.6 km · 1 min · Northeast Grimes Boulevard
-
7
Continue on Northwest 114th Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest 114th Street
-
8
Continue on Northwest Granger Drive
15.6 mi · 19 min · Northwest Granger Drive
-
9
Continue on Northwest Granger Drive
1.5 km · 1 min · Northwest Granger Drive
-
10
Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
20.7 mi · 28 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
-
11
Continue on Railway Street
2631 ft · 55 sec · Railway Street
-
12
Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
34.3 mi · 48 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
-
13
Continue on West 6th Street
1350 ft · 21 sec · West 6th Street
-
14
Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
13.7 mi · 19 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
-
15
Turn right onto 270th Street
7.6 mi · 10 min · 270th Street
-
16
Turn slight right onto US 30 East: Carroll
2843 ft · 1 min
-
17
Turn left onto South Main Street
1961 ft · 60 sec · South Main Street
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Urbandale and Denison.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
34.3 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Urbandale and Sunny near Denison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Urbandale to Denison?
The road trip is about 105.3 miles (169.5 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Bayard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.6 miles from Urbandale and 52.8 miles from Denison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.03 one way or $28.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Urbandale and Sunny near Denison.
Stop Ideas Near Bayard
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 Bayard.
Creston
Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Urbandale and Denison. Straight-line distance: 88.81 mi (142.93 km).
#1 Urbandale
A city in Polk County, Iowa.
| Population | 44,650 |
| Coordinates | 41.6266600, -93.7121700 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Denison
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 8,249 |
| Coordinates | 42.0177700, -95.3552800 |
| Altitude | 391 |
| Country | United States |
End: Denison (-95.35528, 42.01777)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.03 | $28.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.82 | $31.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.31 | $34.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.73 | $39.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Iowa · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.