Origin
Coo n Rapids, IA
Morning in Coo n Rapids on Thursday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
62.3 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coo n Rapids, IA
Emın Alper
Ankeny, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South 5th Avenue, George P, Railway Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 10m drive with frequent turns across 62.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 5th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 5th Avenue | — | — |
| George P | — | — |
| Railway Street | — | — |
| Northwest Granger Drive | — | — |
| IA 415 | — | — |
| Northwest Saylorville Drive | — | — |
| Northwest 112th Street | — | — |
| Mile Long Bridge | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South 5th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coo n Rapids, IA and Ankeny, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
7 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto South 5th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South 5th Avenue
3
Turn left onto George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
13 mi
·
18 min
·
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
4
Continue on Railway Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Railway Street
5
Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight left to continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
17 mi
·
23 min
·
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
7
Continue on Northwest Granger Drive
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Northwest Granger Drive
8
Take the exit straight toward IA 415, NW Saylorville Drive: Polk City
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
IA 415, NW Saylorville Drive: Polk City
9
Continue on Northwest Saylorville Drive
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest Saylorville Drive
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northwest Saylorville Drive
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwest Saylorville Drive
11
Exit the roundabout onto Northwest Saylorville Drive
282 ft
·
5 sec
·
Northwest Saylorville Drive
12
Continue on Northwest 112th Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Northwest 112th Street
13
Continue on Mile Long Bridge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mile Long Bridge
14
Continue on West Bridge Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Bridge Road
15
Turn right onto Northwest Polk City Drive
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest Polk City Drive
16
Turn left onto West 1st Street
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
West 1st Street
17
Turn right onto Southwest Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Southwest Walnut Street
18
Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Coo n Rapids, IA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ankeny, IA
The final approach into Ankeny, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.74 one way
$19.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.69 | $21.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Ankeny, IA
Morning in Ankeny on Thursday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Madrid, IA
31 mi in
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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 Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 5th Avenue, George P, Railway Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.74 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.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ankeny, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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