How far is Centerville, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Centerville and West Des Moines is 37.44 miles (60.26 km).
Flight distance from Centerville, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 37.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Centerville, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 48.64 miles (78.27 km) by car.
Driving from Centerville to West Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Centerville
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°5'34"N 93°56'8"W |
| Latitude | 42.0927600 |
| Longitude | -93.9355100 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.
| Population | 69057 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.5772100 |
| Longitude | -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in West Des Moines: Vine Street (-93.71133,41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time Between Centerville and West Des Moines
The distance between Centerville and West Des Moines is 78 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 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 Centerville and West Des Moines. The current time is 12:29:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.5 liters (1.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Centerville and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Centerville to West Des Moines is $5.64 (diesel $7.98).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $5.64 | $6.18 | $6.97 | $7.98 |
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 26, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Centerville and West Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
