How far is Eldora, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Eldora and Des Moines is 58.69 miles (94.45 km).
Flight distance from Eldora, IA to Des Moines, IA is 58.69 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Eldora to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Eldora, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 73.13 miles (117.69 km) by car.
Driving from Eldora to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 19 minutes.
#1 Eldora
City in Hardin County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2571 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°21'39"N 93°5'59"W |
| Latitude | 42.3608200 |
| Longitude | -93.0996500 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Des Moines: East University Avenue (-93.609114,41.600425)
Estimated Travel Time Between Eldora and Des Moines
The distance between Eldora and Des Moines is 118 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 18 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 Eldora and Des Moines. The current time is 10:50:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.77 liters (2.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Eldora and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Eldora to Des Moines is $8.48 (diesel $11.99).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8.48 | $9.28 | $10.49 | $11.99 |
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 Eldora and Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
