How far is University Heights, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between University Heights and Des Moines is 106.06 miles (170.68 km).
Flight distance from University Heights, IA to Des Moines, IA is 106.06 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from University Heights to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from University Heights, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 112.93 miles (181.74 km) by car.
Driving from University Heights to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 52 minutes.
#1 University Heights
Town in Johnson County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1025 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°39'18"N 91°33'25"W |
| Latitude | 41.6550200 |
| Longitude | -91.5568400 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| 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 University Heights and Des Moines
The distance between University Heights and Des Moines is 182 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 01 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 University Heights and Des Moines. The current time is 04:02:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.08 liters (3.98 gallon) of gas to cover the route between University Heights and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from University Heights to Des Moines is $13.09 (diesel $18.52).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $13.09 | $14.34 | $16.19 | $18.52 |
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 University Heights 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
Driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to University Heights 240.44 miles (387 km)
Driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to University Heights 119.74 miles (193 km)
