How far is Columbus Junction, IA from Ankeny, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Columbus Junction and Ankeny is 120.25 miles (193.52 km).

Flight distance from Columbus Junction, IA to Ankeny, IA is 120.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Columbus Junction to Ankeny with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Columbus Junction, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 148.15 miles (238.42 km) by car.

Driving from Columbus Junction to Ankeny will take approximately 02 hours 27 minutes.

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#1 Columbus Junction

City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States

Population 1810
GPS Coordinates 41°16'48"N 91°21'39"W
Latitude 41.2800300
Longitude -91.3607100
Altitude 184
Country United States
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#2 Ankeny

The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.

Population 70068
GPS Coordinates 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W
Latitude 41.7297100
Longitude -93.6057700
Altitude 302
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus Junction and Ankeny

The distance between Columbus Junction and Ankeny is 238 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Columbus Junction and Ankeny. The current time is 05:28:38.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 04 hours 56 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 03 hours 42 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 02 hours 57 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 28 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 06 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 58 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 50 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.79 liters (5.23 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus Junction and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus Junction to Ankeny is $17.17 (diesel $24.3).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $17.17 $18.81 $21.25 $24.3

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbus Junction and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Ames, IA to Columbus Junction 159.74 miles (257 km)

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Driving distance from Indiana, IA to Columbus Junction 97.31 miles (157 km)

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Driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Columbus Junction 113.98 miles (183 km)

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