Origin
Clive, IA
Afternoon in Clive on Wednesday
Local time
3:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clive, IA to Waukee, IA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
17m
Distance
9.2 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clive, IA
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Waukee, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clive, IA to Waukee, IA covers 9.2 miles and takes about 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hickman Road, Swanson Boulevard, University Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.7 miles on Hickman Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.6 miles from Clive, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 17m drive with frequent turns across 9.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hickman Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,033 ft
831 ft
Total Climb
222 ft
Total Descent
20 ft
Highest Point
1,033 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
202 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near University Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Northwest 100th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 6 / Hickman Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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University Boulevard
Turn right onto University Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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Northwest 100th Street
Turn right onto Northwest 100th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 6 / Hickman Road
Turn left onto US 6 / Hickman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
8.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
CR R22 / 6th Street
Turn left onto CR R22 / 6th Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Ashworth Drive
Turn left onto Ashworth Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hickman Road | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Swanson Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| University Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 100th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 78th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ashworth Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Hickman Road
— 6.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clive, IA and Waukee, IA.
1
Start on Northwest 78th Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Northwest 78th Street
2
Turn right onto University Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard
3
Continue on Swanson Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Swanson Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Northwest 100th Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Northwest 100th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto US 6
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Hickman Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto CR R22
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
6th Street
7
Turn left onto Ashworth Drive
139 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ashworth Drive
8
Arrive at destination
Ashworth Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.6 miles from Clive, IA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 9.2 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Waukee, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clive, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clive, IA
This is one driving day of about 9.2 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clive, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Hickman Road for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.6 mi from Clive, IA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.6 miles from Clive, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Waukee, IA
The final approach into Waukee, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Waukee, IA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.40 one way
$2.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.74 | $3.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.04 | $4.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Waukee, IA
Afternoon in Waukee on Wednesday
Local time
3:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clive, IA to Waukee, IA covers 9.2 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hickman Road, Swanson Boulevard, University Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.6 miles from Clive, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.40 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Northwest 100th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 6 / Hickman Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clive, IA to Waukee, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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