How far is West Union, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Union and Des Moines is 131.65 miles (211.87 km).
Flight distance from West Union, IA to Des Moines, IA is 131.65 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from West Union to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Union, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 171.76 miles (276.43 km) by car.
Driving from West Union to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 58 minutes.
#1 West Union
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2270 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'46"N 91°48'30"W |
| Latitude | 42.9627600 |
| Longitude | -91.8082200 |
| Altitude | 362 |
| 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 West Union and Des Moines
The distance between West Union and Des Moines is 276 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 04 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 West Union and Des Moines. The current time is 07:32:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 43 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 17 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.94 liters (6.06 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Union and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Union to Des Moines is $19.91 (diesel $28.17).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $19.91 | $21.81 | $24.63 | $28.17 |
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 West Union 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.
