How far is Van Meter, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Van Meter and West Des Moines is 12.94 miles (20.82 km).
Flight distance from Van Meter, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 12.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Van Meter, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 15.5 miles (24.95 km) by car.
Driving from Van Meter to West Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Van Meter
Township in Dallas County, Iowa
| Population | 1342 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'55"N 93°57'15"W |
| Latitude | 41.5319300 |
| Longitude | -93.9541200 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| 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 Van Meter and West Des Moines
The distance between Van Meter and West Des Moines is 25 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 16 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 Van Meter and West Des Moines. The current time is 16:30:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.07 liters (0.55 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Van Meter and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Van Meter to West Des Moines is $1.8 (diesel $2.54).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $1.8 | $1.97 | $2.22 | $2.54 |
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 Van Meter 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.
