How far is Des Moines, IA from Mason City, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Mason City is 109.31 miles (175.91 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Mason City, IA is 109.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Mason City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Mason City, Iowa is: 121.32 miles (195.24 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Mason City will take approximately 01 hours 53 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 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26931 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°9'13"N 93°12'4"W |
| Latitude | 43.1535700 |
| Longitude | -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Mason City: 2nd Street Northeast (-93.201041,43.153613)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Mason City
The distance between Des Moines and Mason City is 195 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 10 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 Mason City. The current time is 08:46:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.21 liters (4.28 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Mason City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Mason City is $14.06 (diesel $19.9).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.06 | $15.4 | $17.4 | $19.9 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Mason City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
