Origin
Sigourney, IA
Afternoon in Sigourney on Thursday
Local time
3:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sigourney, IA to Ankeny, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
91.9 mi
148 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sigourney, IA
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Ankeny, IA
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Trip Overview
This 91.9-mile drive from Sigourney to Ankeny, Iowa, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in under two hours. It's a perfect day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is predominantly highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it's also a budget-friendly option. You'll primarily be on IA 163 and IA-92 before transitioning to West Jackson Street for the final approach.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46 miles from Sigourney, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this journey, with about 78% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 51.9 miles along IA 163, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. While primarily highway, the transition through different road numbers suggests a varied, though still efficient, driving experience. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IA 163 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IA 163 and IA-92. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 81.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 81.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 83.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.2 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
81.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 84
Toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs
7
83.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 137B
Toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
6
85.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
I 35
Merge onto I 35 toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
8
90.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward High Trestle Trail
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward High Trestle Trail
5
91.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
Southwest 3rd Street
Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IA 163 | 51.9 mi | 1h |
| IA-92 | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| West Jackson Street | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| I 35 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| A Avenue East | 3 mi | 5m |
| East 1st Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| I 80 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
IA 163
— 51.9 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sigourney, IA and Ankeny, IA.
1
Start on East Washington Street
148 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Washington Street
2
Turn right onto IA 149
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto IA 92
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
West Jackson Street
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
5
Continue on IA 92
14 mi
·
20 min
·
IA-92
6
Continue on IA 92
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
A Avenue East
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
8
Merge onto IA 163
52 mi
·
1 hr
·
IA 163
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
10
Merge onto US 65
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
11
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 84
Toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs
12
Merge onto I 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 137B
Toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
this road
Exit 137B
Toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
15
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
this road
Exit 137B
Toward I-35 North: Minneapolis
16
Merge onto I 35
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 35
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward 1st Street
18
Keep slight left at fork
256 ft
·
8 sec
Toward High Trestle Trail
Use the left lane.
19
Turn straight onto East 1st Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East 1st Street
20
Turn left onto Southwest Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Walnut Street
21
Turn left onto Southwest 3rd Street
48 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest 3rd Street
22
Arrive at destination
Southwest 3rd Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Sigourney in the morning should get you to Ankeny with plenty of daylight. Since there are no specified stops, plan to fuel up before you leave Sigourney to avoid any potential interruptions, especially during the 51.9-mile stretch on IA 163. The $14 fuel cost is a good estimate to keep in mind for your budget. You can easily make this trip in one go without needing a break.
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 46 miles from Sigourney, IA, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ankeny, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sigourney, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sigourney, IA
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Sigourney, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IA 163 for about 51.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Sigourney, IA · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46 miles from Sigourney, 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
$14.37 one way
$28.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.69 | $35.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Ankeny on Thursday
Local time
3:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 10 mph
34% chance
Live forecast
51°F
Monroe, IA
46 mi in
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
33 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
1h 59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Sigourney, IA to Ankeny, IA covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IA 163, IA-92, West Jackson Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46 miles from Sigourney, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.37 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 81.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 83.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.2 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sigourney, IA to Ankeny, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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