How far is Waukee, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waukee and Des Moines is 14.29 miles (22.99 km).
Flight distance from Waukee, IA to Des Moines, IA is 14.29 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waukee, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 18.85 miles (30.33 km) by car.
Driving from Waukee to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Waukee
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 26166 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'42"N 93°53'7"W |
| Latitude | 41.6116600 |
| Longitude | -93.8852300 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| 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 Waukee and Des Moines
The distance between Waukee and Des Moines is 30 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Waukee and Des Moines. The current time is 19:45:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.52 liters (0.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waukee and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waukee to Des Moines is $2.18 (diesel $3.09).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.18 | $2.39 | $2.7 | $3.09 |
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 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waukee 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.
