How far is Des Moines, IA from Waukee, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Waukee is 14.29 miles (22.99 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Waukee, IA is 14.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Waukee, Iowa is: 19.2 miles (30.89 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Waukee will take approximately 00 hours 23 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 Waukee
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 26166 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'42"N 93°53'7"W |
| Latitude | 41.6116600 |
| Longitude | -93.8852300 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waukee: Ashworth Drive (-93.885151,41.611761)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Waukee
The distance between Des Moines and Waukee is 31 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Waukee. The current time is 20:50:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.56 liters (0.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Waukee.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Waukee is $2.23 (diesel $3.15).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.23 | $2.44 | $2.75 | $3.15 |
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 Waukee (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
