How far is Waukon, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waukon and West Des Moines is 163.3 miles (262.81 km).
Flight distance from Waukon, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 163.3 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 25 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Waukon to West Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waukon, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 213.44 miles (343.5 km) by car.
Driving from Waukon to West Des Moines will take approximately 03 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Waukon
City in Iowa
| Population | 3600 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°16'10"N 91°28'33"W |
| Latitude | 43.2694200 |
| Longitude | -91.4757000 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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 Waukon and West Des Moines
The distance between Waukon and West Des Moines is 344 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 49 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 Waukon and West Des Moines. The current time is 00:14:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 28.51 liters (7.53 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waukon and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waukon to West Des Moines is $24.74 (diesel $35.01).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $24.74 | $27.1 | $30.61 | $35.01 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waukon 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.
