How far is Des Moines, IA from Sioux City, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Sioux City is 156.1 miles (251.21 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Sioux City, IA is 156.1 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Sioux City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Sioux City, Iowa is: 199.15 miles (320.49 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Sioux City will take approximately 02 hours 59 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 Sioux City
The second most populous city in Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in northwestern Iowa. Sioux City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sioux City Art Center and the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
| Population | 82651 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'60"N 96°24'1"W |
| Latitude | 42.4999900 |
| Longitude | -96.4003100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sioux City: (-96.400135,42.499991)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Sioux City
The distance between Des Moines and Sioux City is 320 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 33 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 Sioux City. The current time is 21:54:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.6 liters (7.03 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Sioux City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Sioux City is $23.08 (diesel $32.66).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $23.08 | $25.28 | $28.56 | $32.66 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Sioux City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
