How far is Grinnell, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Grinnell and Des Moines is 46.81 miles (75.33 km).
Flight distance from Grinnell, IA to Des Moines, IA is 46.81 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Grinnell, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 53.63 miles (86.31 km) by car.
Driving from Grinnell to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Grinnell
City in Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 9096 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°44'35"N 92°43'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7430500 |
| Longitude | -92.7224100 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| 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 Grinnell and Des Moines
The distance between Grinnell and Des Moines is 86 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 57 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 Grinnell and Des Moines. The current time is 07:21:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.16 liters (1.89 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Grinnell and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Grinnell to Des Moines is $6.22 (diesel $8.8).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.22 | $6.81 | $7.69 | $8.8 |
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 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Grinnell 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.
