How far is Oskaloosa, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Oskaloosa and Des Moines is 54.2 miles (87.23 km).
Flight distance from Oskaloosa, IA to Des Moines, IA is 54.2 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Oskaloosa, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 59.7 miles (96.08 km) by car.
Driving from Oskaloosa to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 03 minutes.
#1 Oskaloosa
City in and the county seat of Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 11803 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°17'47"N 92°38'40"W |
| Latitude | 41.2963900 |
| Longitude | -92.6443600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| 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 Oskaloosa and Des Moines
The distance between Oskaloosa and Des Moines is 96 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 04 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 Oskaloosa and Des Moines. The current time is 10:09:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.97 liters (2.11 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Oskaloosa and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Oskaloosa to Des Moines is $6.92 (diesel $9.79).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.92 | $7.58 | $8.56 | $9.79 |
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 Oskaloosa 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.
