How far is Fairfield, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfield and Des Moines is 94.74 miles (152.46 km).
Flight distance from Fairfield, IA to Des Moines, IA is 94.74 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Fairfield to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfield, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 111.34 miles (179.18 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfield to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Fairfield
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 10500 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°0'31"N 91°57'46"W |
| Latitude | 41.0086300 |
| Longitude | -91.9626700 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| 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 Fairfield and Des Moines
The distance between Fairfield and Des Moines is 179 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 59 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 Fairfield and Des Moines. The current time is 19:09:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.87 liters (3.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfield and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfield to Des Moines is $12.91 (diesel $18.26).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.91 | $14.14 | $15.97 | $18.26 |
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 Fairfield 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.
