How far is West Des Moines, IA from De Witt, IA?
The driving distance from West Des Moines, IA to De Witt, IA is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Des Moines and De Witt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Des Moines and De Witt.
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Start on Vine Street
1051 ft · 33 sec · Vine Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
1949 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto 56th Street
1 km · 1 min · 56th Street
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Take the ramp right toward I-235 east
1656 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto John MacVicar Freeway
8.8 mi · 11 min · John MacVicar Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
1476 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1628 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
157.4 mi · 2 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61 North: Eldridge, DeWitt
1744 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Brady Street
14.5 mi · 17 min · North Brady Street
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Take the exit slight right
2991 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 53 sec
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Take the exit slight right
1717 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto South 6th Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · South 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
66 m · 7 sec · 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Des Moines and De Witt.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 East
Merge slight left
157 mi · 02h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving West Des Moines and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near De Witt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Des Moines to De Witt?
The road trip is about 186.7 miles (300.5 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.1 miles from West Des Moines and 93.6 miles from De Witt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.85 one way or $49.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Des Moines and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near De Witt.
Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williamsburg.
Ottumwa station
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Des Moines and De Witt. Straight-line distance: 164.56 mi (264.84 km).
#1 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa.
| Population | 69,057 |
| Coordinates | 41.5772100, -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 De Witt
Township of Iowa
| Population | 5,242 |
| Coordinates | 41.8233600, -90.5381900 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: De Witt (-90.53819, 41.82336)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 301 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.85 | $49.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.03 | $56.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.67 | $61.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.95 | $69.91 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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