How far is Laurens, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Laurens and Des Moines is 107.03 miles (172.25 km).
Flight distance from Laurens, IA to Des Moines, IA is 107.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Laurens to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Laurens, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 152.74 miles (245.81 km) by car.
Driving from Laurens to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 27 minutes.
#1 Laurens
City in Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1126 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°50'48"N 94°51'7"W |
| Latitude | 42.8466400 |
| Longitude | -94.8519300 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| 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 Laurens and Des Moines
The distance between Laurens and Des Moines is 246 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 43 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 Laurens and Des Moines. The current time is 06:32:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 05 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.4 liters (5.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Laurens and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Laurens to Des Moines is $17.7 (diesel $25.05).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $17.7 | $19.39 | $21.9 | $25.05 |
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 Laurens 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.
