How far is Independence, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Independence and Des Moines is 106.7 miles (171.72 km).
Flight distance from Independence, IA to Des Moines, IA is 106.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Independence to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Independence, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 134.54 miles (216.52 km) by car.
Driving from Independence to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Independence
City in Iowa
| Population | 6203 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°28'7"N 91°53'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.4686000 |
| Longitude | -91.8893400 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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 Independence and Des Moines
The distance between Independence and Des Moines is 217 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 24 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 Independence and Des Moines. The current time is 22:49:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 28 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.97 liters (4.75 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Des Moines is $15.6 (diesel $22.07).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $15.6 | $17.08 | $19.29 | $22.07 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence 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.
