How far is Iowa Falls, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Iowa Falls and Des Moines is 66.29 miles (106.69 km).
Flight distance from Iowa Falls, IA to Des Moines, IA is 66.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Iowa Falls to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Iowa Falls, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 82.59 miles (132.91 km) by car.
Driving from Iowa Falls to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Iowa Falls
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 4940 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'21"N 93°15'5"W |
| Latitude | 42.5224800 |
| Longitude | -93.2513100 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| 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 Iowa Falls and Des Moines
The distance between Iowa Falls and Des Moines is 133 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 28 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 Iowa Falls and Des Moines. The current time is 19:51:14.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.03 liters (2.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Iowa Falls and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Iowa Falls to Des Moines is $9.57 (diesel $13.55).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $9.57 | $10.49 | $11.84 | $13.55 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Iowa Falls 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.
