How far is Independence, IA from Ankeny, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Independence and Ankeny is 101.73 miles (163.72 km).
Flight distance from Independence, IA to Ankeny, IA is 101.73 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Independence to Ankeny with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Independence, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 128.69 miles (207.1 km) by car.
Driving from Independence to Ankeny will take approximately 02 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Independence
City in Iowa
| Population | 6203 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°28'7"N 91°53'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.4686000 |
| Longitude | -91.8893400 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Ankeny: Southwest 3rd Street (-93.60577,41.72962)
Estimated Travel Time Between Independence and Ankeny
The distance between Independence and Ankeny is 207 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 18 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 Independence and Ankeny. The current time is 05:13:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.19 liters (4.54 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Ankeny is $14.92 (diesel $21.11).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.92 | $16.34 | $18.45 | $21.11 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
