How far is Monroe, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Monroe and Des Moines is 26.78 miles (43.09 km).
Flight distance from Monroe, IA to Des Moines, IA is 26.78 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Monroe, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 28.53 miles (45.91 km) by car.
Driving from Monroe to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Monroe
City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1905 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'20"N 93°6'7"W |
| Latitude | 41.5222100 |
| Longitude | -93.1018700 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| 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 Monroe and Des Moines
The distance between Monroe and Des Moines is 46 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 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 Monroe and Des Moines. The current time is 21:43:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.81 liters (1.01 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Monroe and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Monroe to Des Moines is $3.31 (diesel $4.68).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $3.31 | $3.62 | $4.09 | $4.68 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Monroe 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.
