How far is Jefferson, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Jefferson and Des Moines is 48.86 miles (78.63 km).
Flight distance from Jefferson, IA to Des Moines, IA is 48.86 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Jefferson to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Jefferson, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 66.12 miles (106.41 km) by car.
Driving from Jefferson to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Jefferson
City in Greene County, Iowa
| Population | 4075 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°0'55"N 94°22'39"W |
| Latitude | 42.0152600 |
| Longitude | -94.3774700 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| 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 Jefferson and Des Moines
The distance between Jefferson and Des Moines is 106 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 10 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 Jefferson and Des Moines. The current time is 13:31:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.83 liters (2.33 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Jefferson and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Jefferson to Des Moines is $7.66 (diesel $10.84).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $7.66 | $8.39 | $9.48 | $10.84 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Jefferson 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.
