How far is Waterloo, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterloo and Des Moines is 89.56 miles (144.13 km).
Flight distance from Waterloo, IA to Des Moines, IA is 89.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Waterloo to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 130.36 miles (209.79 km) by car.
Driving from Waterloo to Des Moines will take approximately 01 hours 59 minutes.
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| 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 Waterloo and Des Moines
The distance between Waterloo and Des Moines is 210 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 19 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 Waterloo and Des Moines. The current time is 03:06:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.41 liters (4.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterloo and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterloo to Des Moines is $15.11 (diesel $21.38).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $15.11 | $16.55 | $18.69 | $21.38 |
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 Waterloo 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.
