How far is Cresco, IA from Urbandale, IA?
Fastest route
The distance from Cresco, Iowa 52136 to Urbandale, Iowa is approximately 192 miles (309 kilometers). To reach Urbandale, follow these directions.
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on 8th Ave E toward N Elm St.
- 🛣️ Continue on US-63 S.
- 🗺️ Take IA-27 S and US-20 W to IA-14 S in Grundy County. Take exit 208 from US-20 W.
- 🚙 Turn right onto W Cedar Wapsi Rd.
- 🚦 Turn left to merge onto IA-27 S/US-218 S toward Waterloo.
- 🌳 Turn right onto Greenhill Rd. Continue straight to stay on Hudson Rd.
- 🛣️ Turn right to merge onto US-20 W toward Fort Dodge. Take exit 208 toward IA-14 S.
- 🚘 Continue on IA-14 S. Take IA-330 S to US-65 S in Jasper County.
- 🚗 Turn right onto 210th St/E Steamboat. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Holland/M Ave.
- 🛣️ Turn right onto IA-14 S/IA-175 W/240th St. Turn right to stay on IA-330 S.
- 🚙 Follow US-65 S and I-80 W to your destination in Urbandale. Take exit 126 from I-80 W.
- 🛣️ Use the right lane to take the I-80 W/US-65 S ramp. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 126 toward Douglas Ave/Urbandale.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Douglas Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚘 Plan for a total travel time of approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes.
- 🛣️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track and find the most efficient routes.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations while driving.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay refreshed.
- 🚗 Take breaks at rest areas or gas stations to stretch your legs and relax.
- 🌙 If traveling at night, ensure your headlights are working properly for better visibility.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cresco and Urbandale is 146.03 miles (235 km).
Flight distance from Cresco, IA to Urbandale, IA is 146.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Cresco to Urbandale with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cresco, Iowa to Urbandale, Iowa is: 192.53 miles (309.85 km) by car.
Driving from Cresco to Urbandale will take approximately 03 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Cresco
City in Iowa
| Population | 3744 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°22'53"N 92°6'51"W |
| Latitude | 43.3813600 |
| Longitude | -92.1140500 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Urbandale
A city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. Urbandale is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Urbandale Historical Society and the Urbandale Heritage Center.
| Population | 44650 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°37'36"N 93°42'44"W |
| Latitude | 41.6266600 |
| Longitude | -93.7121700 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Urbandale: Maryland Drive (-93.71217,41.626694)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cresco and Urbandale
The distance between Cresco and Urbandale is 310 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 26 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 Cresco and Urbandale. The current time is 14:44:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 24 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 48 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.72 liters (6.79 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cresco and Urbandale.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cresco to Urbandale is $22.32 (diesel $31.58).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $22.32 | $24.44 | $27.61 | $31.58 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cresco and Urbandale (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
