Road Trips from Audubon, IA
Audubon, IA is a good starting point for exploring western and central Iowa. You've got a range of options, from quick two-hour drives to central Iowa cities, to longer excursions over four hours away. Most of these routes lean towards highway driving, but there are a couple that offer a more varied experience. While many destinations don't have parks directly within them, some routes pass by areas with green space. These are mostly day trips, with no overnight stays recommended in the provided data.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
1.5h
With Parks Nearby
3
Under 2 hours
Ankeny, IA
1h 57m75.3 mi one way
This 2-hour drive to Ankeny, IA offers a mixed terrain profile, making it a bit more engaging than some of the straight highway routes. It's a shorter option than heading to Cedar Rapids or Iowa City and doesn't require an overnight stay.
Council Bluffs, IA
1h 27m72.9 mi one way
A quick 1.5-hour drive gets you to Council Bluffs, IA. This route is primarily highway-focused and has parks available nearby, making it a convenient, short trip.
Des Moines, IA
1h 43m88.3 mi one way
This 1.7-hour highway-focused drive to Des Moines, IA is a straightforward option. It's shorter than the trip to Cedar Rapids or Davenport, and while it doesn't feature parks directly in Des Moines according to the data, it's a solid choice for a quick city visit.
Full-day getaway
Iowa City, IA
3h 49m202.1 mi one way
Heading to Iowa City, IA is a longer 3.8-hour trip, but it features a highway-focused drive and has parks nearby. It's a substantial day trip option, shorter than the drive to Cedar Rapids or Davenport.
Sioux City, IA
2h 37m113.3 mi one way
This 2.6-hour drive to Sioux City, IA is a highway-focused route. It’s a good mid-range option in terms of distance, falling between the shorter trips to Ankeny and the longer ones to Iowa City or Cedar Rapids.
Ames, IA
2h 12m95.5 mi one way
This 2.2-hour drive to Ames, IA is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more winding route than the typical highway options. It's a good choice if you prefer less direct travel and it includes park access.
Weekend trip
Cedar Rapids, IA
4h 6m209 mi one way
The longest option at 4.1 hours, this drive to Cedar Rapids, IA provides a mixed terrain profile and includes park access. It's a significant day trip, longer than trips to Des Moines or Sioux City, offering a different driving experience.
Davenport, IA
4h 50m254.7 mi one way
This 4.8-hour drive to Davenport, IA is the longest route available and is highway-focused. It has parks nearby and offers a substantial journey, longer than any other option from Audubon.
Browse by Mood
Cedar Rapids, IA
4h 6m209 mi one way
Iowa City, IA
3h 49m202.1 mi one way
Sioux City, IA
2h 37m113.3 mi one way
Ankeny, IA
1h 57m75.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives could benefit from the park access noted in routes to Council Bluffs, Iowa City, Ames, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport.
Summer
Summer road trips are well-suited for the highway-focused drives to destinations like Des Moines or Sioux City.
Fall
The mixed drive options to Ankeny and Cedar Rapids could offer varied autumn scenery.
Winter
Winter travel might be best on the more direct highway-focused routes to closer destinations like Council Bluffs or Des Moines.
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