How far is Van Meter, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Van Meter and Des Moines is 18.45 miles (29.7 km).
Flight distance from Van Meter, IA to Des Moines, IA is 18.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Van Meter, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 20.33 miles (32.72 km) by car.
Driving from Van Meter to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Van Meter
Township in Dallas County, Iowa
| Population | 1342 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'55"N 93°57'15"W |
| Latitude | 41.5319300 |
| Longitude | -93.9541200 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| 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 Van Meter and Des Moines
The distance between Van Meter and Des Moines is 33 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 21 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 Van Meter and Des Moines. The current time is 06:59:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.72 liters (0.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Van Meter and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Van Meter to Des Moines is $2.36 (diesel $3.33).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.36 | $2.58 | $2.92 | $3.33 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Van Meter 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.
