How far is Des Moines, IA from Waterloo, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Waterloo is 89.56 miles (144.13 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Waterloo, IA is 89.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Waterloo with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Waterloo, Iowa is: 112.26 miles (180.66 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Waterloo will take approximately 02 hours 02 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 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waterloo: West 4th Street (-92.342752,42.492625)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Waterloo
The distance between Des Moines and Waterloo is 181 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 00 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 Waterloo. The current time is 14:33:23.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.99 liters (3.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Waterloo.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Waterloo is $13.01 (diesel $18.41).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $13.01 | $14.25 | $16.1 | $18.41 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Waterloo (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
