How far is Cherokee, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cherokee and Des Moines is 127.25 miles (204.8 km).
Flight distance from Cherokee, IA to Des Moines, IA is 127.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Cherokee to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cherokee, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 181.56 miles (292.19 km) by car.
Driving from Cherokee to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 51 minutes.
#1 Cherokee
Native American people indigenous to the Southeastern United States
| Population | 4841 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°44'58"N 95°33'6"W |
| Latitude | 42.7494300 |
| Longitude | -95.5516700 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa. It is located in central Iowa. Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Science Center of Iowa.
| Population | 212312 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'2"N 93°36'33"W |
| Latitude | 41.6005400 |
| Longitude | -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Des Moines: East University Avenue (-93.609114,41.600425)
Estimated Travel Time Between Cherokee and Des Moines
The distance between Cherokee and Des Moines is 292 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 14 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 Cherokee and Des Moines. The current time is 04:21:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.25 liters (6.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cherokee and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cherokee to Des Moines is $21.05 (diesel $29.78).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.05 | $23.05 | $26.04 | $29.78 |
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 27, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cherokee and Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
