How far is Van Meter, IA from Ankeny, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Van Meter and Ankeny is 22.59 miles (36.36 km).
Flight distance from Van Meter, IA to Ankeny, IA is 22.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Van Meter, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 29.94 miles (48.19 km) by car.
Driving from Van Meter to Ankeny will take approximately 00 hours 36 minutes.
#1 Van Meter
Township in Dallas County, Iowa
| Population | 1342 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'55"N 93°57'15"W |
| Latitude | 41.5319300 |
| Longitude | -93.9541200 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.
| Population | 70068 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7297100 |
| Longitude | -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Ankeny: Southwest 3rd Street (-93.60577,41.72962)
Estimated Travel Time Between Van Meter and Ankeny
The distance between Van Meter and Ankeny is 48 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 32 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Van Meter and Ankeny. The current time is 03:26:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4 liters (1.06 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Van Meter and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Van Meter to Ankeny is $3.47 (diesel $4.91).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $3.47 | $3.8 | $4.29 | $4.91 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Van Meter and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
