How far is Manchester, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Manchester and Des Moines is 126.25 miles (203.17 km).
Flight distance from Manchester, IA to Des Moines, IA is 126.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Manchester to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Manchester, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 156.6 miles (252.03 km) by car.
Driving from Manchester to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 38 minutes.
#1 Manchester
City in Delaware County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5004 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'3"N 91°27'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.4841500 |
| Longitude | -91.4554300 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| 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 Manchester and Des Moines
The distance between Manchester and Des Moines is 252 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 48 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 Manchester and Des Moines. The current time is 04:47:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.92 liters (5.53 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Manchester and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Manchester to Des Moines is $18.15 (diesel $25.68).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $18.15 | $19.88 | $22.46 | $25.68 |
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 May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Manchester 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.
