How far is West Des Moines, IA from Lamoni, IA?
The driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Lamoni, IA is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67 miles (107.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m 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 24m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Clarke County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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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 Lamoni.
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Start on Vine Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Vine Street
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
4.1 mi · 8 min · Grand Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward DMACC West Campus
2028 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
64.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Del Mar Boulevard, Old Santa Maria Road
2211 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto South Chestnut Street
72 m · 11 sec · South Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
38 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Des Moines and Lamoni.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
DMACC West Campus
Merge slight left
64.3 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving West Des Moines and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lamoni.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Des Moines to Lamoni?
The road trip is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Osceola is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.2 miles from West Des Moines and 36.2 miles from Lamoni.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67 miles (107.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Des Moines and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lamoni.
Stop Ideas Near Osceola
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 Osceola.
Osceola
Creston
Ottumwa station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Des Moines and Lamoni. Straight-line distance: 66.96 mi (107.76 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 Lamoni
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,196 |
| Coordinates | 40.6227800, -93.9341200 |
| Altitude | 343 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lamoni (-93.93412, 40.62278)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
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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