How far is Waterloo, IA from Ankeny, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterloo and Ankeny is 83.48 miles (134.35 km).
Flight distance from Waterloo, IA to Ankeny, IA is 83.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Waterloo to Ankeny with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 121.02 miles (194.77 km) by car.
Driving from Waterloo to Ankeny will take approximately 01 hours 52 minutes.
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| 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 Waterloo and Ankeny
The distance between Waterloo and Ankeny is 195 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 09 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 Waterloo and Ankeny. The current time is 04:55:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 01 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.17 liters (4.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterloo and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterloo to Ankeny is $14.03 (diesel $19.85).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.03 | $15.37 | $17.36 | $19.85 |
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 Waterloo and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
