How far is Columbus Junction, IA from West Des Moines, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Columbus Junction and West Des Moines is 123.49 miles (198.74 km).

Flight distance from Columbus Junction, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 123.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Columbus Junction to West Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Columbus Junction, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 136.56 miles (219.77 km) by car.

Driving from Columbus Junction to West Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 30 minutes.

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#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
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#2 West Des Moines

The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.

Population 69057
GPS Coordinates 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W
Latitude 41.5772100
Longitude -93.7113300
Altitude 252
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Columbus Junction and West Des Moines

The distance between Columbus Junction and West Des Moines is 220 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 26 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 West Des Moines. The current time is 05:39:02.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 04 hours 33 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 03 hours 24 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 02 hours 43 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 16 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 57 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 49 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 42 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.24 liters (4.82 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbus Junction and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbus Junction to West Des Moines is $15.83 (diesel $22.4).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $15.83 $17.34 $19.58 $22.4

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 West Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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