How far is Columbus Junction, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbus Junction and Des Moines is 118.54 miles (190.77 km).
Flight distance from Columbus Junction, IA to Des Moines, IA is 118.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Columbus Junction to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbus Junction, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 146.68 miles (236.05 km) by car.
Driving from Columbus Junction to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Columbus Junction
City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1810 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°16'48"N 91°21'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2800300 |
| Longitude | -91.3607100 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| 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 Columbus Junction and Des Moines
The distance between Columbus Junction and Des Moines is 236 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 37 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 Columbus Junction and Des Moines. The current time is 05:28:20.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 53 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.59 liters (5.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus Junction and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus Junction to Des Moines is $17 (diesel $24.06).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $17 | $18.62 | $21.03 | $24.06 |
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 Columbus Junction 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.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Columbus Junction 274.19 miles (441 km)
Driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Columbus Junction 136.56 miles (220 km)
