How far is Harlan, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Fastest route
The route from Harlan, Iowa 51537 to West Des Moines, Iowa is approximately 97.1 miles and takes about 1 hour and 29 minutes via I-80 E. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Head east on Willow St toward 12th St/Linden Rd.
- Turn right onto 12th St/Linden Rd and continue to follow Linden Rd.
- Slight left to merge onto I-80 E.
- Follow I-80 E and take exit 70 from I-35 S toward Airport/Kansas City.
- Use the 2nd from the right lane to take exit 70 for Mills Civic Parkway.
- Keep left at the fork and follow signs for I-35.
- Use any lane to turn slightly left onto Mills Civic Pkwy and then turn right at Waterford Dr.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to start on Willow St and turn right onto 12th St/Linden Rd.
- 🛣️ Merge onto I-80 E and continue on I-80 E until you reach exit 70.
- 🚧 Use the 2nd from the right lane to take exit 70 for Mills Civic Parkway.
- 🗺️ Keep left at the fork and follow signs for I-35.
- 🚦 Use any lane to turn slightly left onto Mills Civic Pkwy.
- 📌 Finally, turn right at Waterford Dr to reach your destination.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Harlan and West Des Moines is 83.55 miles (134.46 km).
Flight distance from Harlan, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 83.55 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Harlan to West Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Harlan, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 97.18 miles (156.39 km) by car.
Driving from Harlan to West Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 38 minutes.
#1 Harlan
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 4795 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°39'11"N 95°19'32"W |
| Latitude | 41.6530400 |
| Longitude | -95.3255500 |
| Altitude | 382 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in West Des Moines: Vine Street (-93.71133,41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time Between Harlan and West Des Moines
The distance between Harlan and West Des Moines is 156 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 44 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 Harlan and West Des Moines. The current time is 05:01:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.98 liters (3.43 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Harlan and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Harlan to West Des Moines is $11.26 (diesel $15.94).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $11.26 | $12.34 | $13.94 | $15.94 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Harlan 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.
