Origin
Coo n Rapids, IA
Evening in Coo n Rapids on Thursday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coo n Rapids, IA to Des Moines, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
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
Des Moines, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Des Moines, IA covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m 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 $11.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 70.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m 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 16m drive with frequent turns across 70.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 Des Moines, IA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Des Moines, 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 | — | — |
| Northwest 114th Street | — | — |
| Northeast Grimes Boulevard | — | — |
| Grimes Boulevard | — | — |
| Southeast Grimes Boulevard | — | — |
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 Des Moines, 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
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Northwest Granger Drive
8
Continue on Northwest 114th Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest 114th Street
9
Continue on Northeast Grimes Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Grimes Boulevard
10
Continue on Grimes Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Grimes Boulevard
11
Continue on Southeast Grimes Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Grimes Boulevard
12
Continue on Northwest Urbandale Drive
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northwest Urbandale Drive
13
Turn left onto I-35 north, I-80 east: Minneapolis, Davenport
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I-35 north, I-80 east: Minneapolis, Davenport
14
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
8 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward IA 415: Polk City
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
IA 415: Polk City
16
Turn right onto Northwest 2nd Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 2nd Street
17
Continue on 2nd Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
2nd Avenue
18
Turn left onto University Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
University Avenue
19
Continue on East University Avenue
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
East University Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Coo n Rapids, IA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Des Moines, IA
The final approach into Des Moines, 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
$11.08 one way
$22.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 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 | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Des Moines, IA
Evening in Des Moines on Thursday
Local time
5:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Madrid, IA
35 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
22 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 16m 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 Des Moines, IA covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m 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 35.5 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 $11.08 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 Des Moines, IA is easy. At 1h 16m 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 Des Moines, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Coo n Rapids, IA to Des Moines, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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