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About Carlisle, IA

Carlisle is a growing suburb 15 miles southeast of Des Moines, easily reached via Highway 5 in about 20 minutes. Most visitors arrive from Des Moines International Airport, 12 miles northwest. The town sits along the busy Highway 5 corridor connecting Des Moines to southeastern Iowa communities. The restored 1897 Carlisle Opera House downtown still hosts live theater performances.

Where is Carlisle, IA on the map?

Carlisle, IA is in United States, at 41.512, -93.495 - about 30 km south-east of Windsor Heights, IA.

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The closest airport to Carlisle, IA is Des Moines International Airport, 20 km (about 22 min by car).

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