How far is West Des Moines, IA from Reinbeck, IA?
The driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Reinbeck, IA is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77 miles (123.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Des Moines and Reinbeck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Des Moines and Reinbeck.
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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
8.8 mi · 11 min · John MacVicar Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
1476 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1628 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 65 North, IA 330 North: Marshalltown, Bondurant
2428 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Northeast Hubbell Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Northeast Hubbell Avenue
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Continue on Northeast Hubbell Road
35.2 mi · 42 min · Northeast Hubbell Road
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Turn left onto Marsh Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 160th Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street
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Turn left onto Sanford Avenue
15.9 mi · 22 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn right onto 240th Street
6.3 mi · 9 min · 240th Street
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Continue on G Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · G Avenue
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Continue on Diagonal Road
4.5 mi · 7 min · Diagonal Road
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Continue on 1st Street
1385 ft · 23 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on Diagonal Road
3 mi · 4 min · Diagonal Road
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Continue on 260th Street
2509 ft · 42 sec · 260th Street
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Continue on Grundy Avenue
2687 ft · 47 sec · Grundy Avenue
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Turn right onto Blackhawk Street
764 ft · 34 sec · Blackhawk Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Blackhawk Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Des Moines and Reinbeck.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Northeast Hubbell Road
Continue on Northeast Hubbell Road
35.2 mi · 00h 42m
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 Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reinbeck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Des Moines to Reinbeck?
The road trip is about 95.9 miles (154.3 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Melbourne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.9 miles from West Des Moines and 48 miles from Reinbeck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77 miles (123.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.75 one way or $25.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Des Moines and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reinbeck.
Stop Ideas Near Melbourne
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 Melbourne.
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Ottumwa station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Des Moines and Reinbeck. Straight-line distance: 76.97 mi (123.87 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 Reinbeck
City in Grundy County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,613 |
| Coordinates | 42.3236000, -92.5993600 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: Reinbeck (-92.59936, 42.3236)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.75 | $25.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.38 | $28.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.73 | $31.46 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
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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