How far is Sheffield, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sheffield and Des Moines is 91.56 miles (147.36 km).
Flight distance from Sheffield, IA to Des Moines, IA is 91.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Sheffield to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sheffield, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 101.82 miles (163.86 km) by car.
Driving from Sheffield to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 35 minutes.
#1 Sheffield
City in Franklin County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1096 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°53'36"N 93°12'55"W |
| Latitude | 42.8933000 |
| Longitude | -93.2152000 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| 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 Sheffield and Des Moines
The distance between Sheffield and Des Moines is 164 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 49 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 Sheffield and Des Moines. The current time is 00:48:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 23 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.6 liters (3.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sheffield and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sheffield to Des Moines is $11.8 (diesel $16.7).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $11.8 | $12.93 | $14.6 | $16.7 |
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 Sheffield 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.
