How far is West Des Moines, IA from Eagle Grove, IA?
The driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Eagle Grove, IA is about 99.7 miles (160.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
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Start on Vine Street
1051 ft · 33 sec · Vine Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
1949 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto 56th Street
1 km · 1 min · 56th Street
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Take the ramp right toward I-235 east
1656 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto John MacVicar Freeway
10.3 mi · 13 min · John MacVicar Freeway
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Continue straight
54.3 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
1664 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 17 North
2130 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Stagecoach Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street
2135 ft · 39 sec · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Road
5.9 mi · 9 min · Stagecoach Road
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Continue on State Highway 17
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 17
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Continue on South Commercial Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
9 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Des Moines and Eagle Grove.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John MacVicar Freeway
Continue straight
54.3 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Sunny leaving West Des Moines and Sunny near Eagle Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Des Moines to Eagle Grove?
The road trip is about 99.7 miles (160.5 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Story City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from West Des Moines and 49.9 miles from Eagle Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.7 miles (121.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.27 one way or $26.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Des Moines and Sunny near Eagle Grove.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Des Moines and Eagle Grove. Straight-line distance: 75.75 mi (121.91 km).
#1 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa.
| Population | 69,057 |
| Coordinates | 41.5772100, -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle Grove
City in Wright County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,367 |
| Coordinates | 42.6641400, -93.9043900 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eagle Grove (-93.90439, 42.66414)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
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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