How far is Baxter, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Baxter and Des Moines is 28.28 miles (45.51 km).
Flight distance from Baxter, IA to Des Moines, IA is 28.28 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Baxter, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 33.28 miles (53.56 km) by car.
Driving from Baxter to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 36 minutes.
#1 Baxter
Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1132 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°49'34"N 93°9'6"W |
| Latitude | 41.8261000 |
| Longitude | -93.1515900 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| 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 Baxter and Des Moines
The distance between Baxter and Des Moines is 54 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 35 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 Baxter and Des Moines. The current time is 02:44:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.45 liters (1.17 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Baxter and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Baxter to Des Moines is $3.86 (diesel $5.46).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $3.86 | $4.23 | $4.77 | $5.46 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Baxter 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.
