How far is Des Moines, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and West Des Moines is 5.52 miles (8.89 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 5.52 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 8.14 miles (13.11 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to West Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 12 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 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.
| Population | 69057 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.5772100 |
| Longitude | -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in West Des Moines: Vine Street (-93.71133,41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and West Des Moines
The distance between Des Moines and West Des Moines is 13 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 08 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 West Des Moines. The current time is 19:48:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.09 liters (0.29 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to West Des Moines is $0.94 (diesel $1.34).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $0.94 | $1.03 | $1.17 | $1.34 |
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 West Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
