How far is Waverly, IA from Ankeny, IA?
The driving distance from Waverly, IA to Ankeny, IA is about 130.7 miles (210.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City located in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waverly and Ankeny.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly and Ankeny.
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Start on West Bremer Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West Bremer Avenue
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Turn left onto 20th Street Northwest
107 m · 9 sec · 20th Street Northwest
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Continue on Heritage Way
1.5 km · 1 min · Heritage Way
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Continue on 230th Street
3.3 mi · 4 min · 230th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
3.4 mi · 5 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on 210th Street
8.8 mi · 12 min · 210th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on 210th Street
7.4 mi · 10 min · 210th Street
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Continue on South Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Street
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Continue on 210th Street
1.8 mi · 2 min · 210th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
8.2 mi · 11 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on Central Avenue East
2.1 mi · 4 min · Central Avenue East
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Continue on State Highway 3
9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on Balsam Avenue
158 m · 13 sec · Balsam Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward Hampton, Clarion
1610 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
72.4 mi · 1 hr 18 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 Waverly 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.
Hampton
Merge slight left
72.4 mi · 01h 18m
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 Rain Showers leaving Waverly and Chance Rain Showers near Ankeny.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waverly to Ankeny?
The road trip is about 130.7 miles (210.4 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Oakland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Waverly and 69 miles from Ankeny.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.8 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 2:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.38 one way or $34.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Waverly and Chance Rain Showers near Ankeny.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waverly and Ankeny. Straight-line distance: 89.89 mi (144.67 km).
#1 Waverly
City in Bremer County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 10,298 |
| Coordinates | 42.7258100, -92.4754600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.38 | $34.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.61 | $39.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.45 | $42.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.45 | $48.90 |
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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