How far is Des Moines, IA from Iowa City, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Iowa City is 107.44 miles (172.91 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Iowa City, IA is 107.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Iowa City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Iowa City, Iowa is: 114.75 miles (184.67 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Iowa City will take approximately 01 hours 47 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in eastern Iowa. Iowa City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Iowa campus and the Iowa City Public Library.
| Population | 75130 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°39'40"N 91°31'49"W |
| Latitude | 41.6611300 |
| Longitude | -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Iowa City: South Gilbert Street (-91.530165,41.661126)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Iowa City
The distance between Des Moines and Iowa City is 185 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 03 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 Des Moines and Iowa City. The current time is 14:14:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 49 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.33 liters (4.05 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Iowa City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Iowa City is $13.3 (diesel $18.82).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $13.3 | $14.57 | $16.46 | $18.82 |
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 April 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Iowa City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
