How far is Des Moines, IA from Marshalltown, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Marshalltown is 47.59 miles (76.59 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Marshalltown, IA is 47.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Marshalltown, Iowa is: 52.81 miles (84.98 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Marshalltown will take approximately 00 hours 57 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 Marshalltown
City in Marshal County, Iowa
| Population | 26736 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'58"N 92°54'29"W |
| Latitude | 42.0494300 |
| Longitude | -92.9079800 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Marshalltown: North 3rd Avenue (-92.908043,42.04943)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Marshalltown
The distance between Des Moines and Marshalltown is 85 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 56 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 Marshalltown. The current time is 10:15:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.05 liters (1.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Marshalltown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Marshalltown is $6.12 (diesel $8.66).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.12 | $6.7 | $7.57 | $8.66 |
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 Marshalltown (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
