How far is Sioux City, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sioux City and West Des Moines is 151.99 miles (244.61 km).
Flight distance from Sioux City, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 151.99 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Sioux City to West Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sioux City, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 194.67 miles (313.3 km) by car.
Driving from Sioux City to West Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 57 minutes.
#1 Sioux City
The second most populous city in Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in northwestern Iowa. Sioux City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sioux City Art Center and the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
| Population | 82651 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'60"N 96°24'1"W |
| Latitude | 42.4999900 |
| Longitude | -96.4003100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.
| Population | 69057 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.5772100 |
| Longitude | -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in West Des Moines: Vine Street (-93.71133,41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sioux City and West Des Moines
The distance between Sioux City and West Des Moines is 313 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 28 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 Sioux City and West Des Moines. The current time is 03:59:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26 liters (6.87 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sioux City and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sioux City to West Des Moines is $22.57 (diesel $31.93).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $22.57 | $24.72 | $27.92 | $31.93 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sioux City and West Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
