How far is Leon, IA from Des Moines, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Leon and Des Moines is 59.91 miles (96.42 km).

Flight distance from Leon, IA to Des Moines, IA is 59.91 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Leon to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Leon, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 70.72 miles (113.81 km) by car.

Driving from Leon to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 10 minutes.

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#1 Leon

City in Iowa, USA

Population 1808
GPS Coordinates 40°44'23"N 93°44'52"W
Latitude 40.7397200
Longitude -93.7477200
Altitude 343
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Leon and Des Moines

The distance between Leon and Des Moines is 114 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 15 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 Leon and Des Moines. The current time is 05:30:12.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 02 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 46 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 10 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 00 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 56 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.45 liters (2.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Leon and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Leon to Des Moines is $8.2 (diesel $11.6).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $8.2 $8.98 $10.14 $11.6

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 Leon 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

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Driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Leon 144.99 miles (233 km)

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Driving distance from Davenport, IA to Leon 238.52 miles (384 km)

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Driving distance from Indiana, IA to Leon 64.22 miles (103 km)

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Driving distance from Iowa City, IA to Leon 184.2 miles (296 km)

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Driving distance from Sioux City, IA to Leon 251.44 miles (405 km)

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Driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Leon 181.72 miles (292 km)

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Driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to Leon 62.92 miles (101 km)

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