How far is West Des Moines, IA from Jewell, IA?
The driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Jewell, IA is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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 01h 12m.
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
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City in Story County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Des Moines and Jewell.
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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
44.4 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 175: Jewell, Eldora
1640 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto 330th Street
2827 ft · 48 sec · 330th Street
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Continue on Highway 175
736 ft · 12 sec · Highway 175
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Continue on Edwards Street
1308 ft · 22 sec · Edwards Street
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Continue on 330th Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · 330th Street
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Continue on Edwards Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Edwards Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Edwards Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Des Moines and Jewell.
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
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44.4 mi · 00h 49m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving West Des Moines and Sunny near Jewell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Des Moines to Jewell?
The road trip is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Huxley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.5 miles from West Des Moines and 30.5 miles from Jewell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.11 one way or $16.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around West Des Moines and Sunny near Jewell.
Stop Ideas Near Huxley
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Huxley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Des Moines and Jewell. Straight-line distance: 50.55 mi (81.35 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 Jewell
City in Jewell County, Kansas
| Population | 1,188 |
| Coordinates | 42.3069300, -93.6402200 |
| Altitude | 322 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jewell (-93.64022, 42.30693)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.40 | $22.81 |
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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