How far is Bettendorf, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bettendorf and Des Moines is 160 miles (257.5 km).
Flight distance from Bettendorf, IA to Des Moines, IA is 160 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Bettendorf to Des Moines with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bettendorf, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 170.58 miles (274.52 km) by car.
Driving from Bettendorf to Des Moines will take approximately 02 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Bettendorf
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 36665 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'28"N 90°30'56"W |
| Latitude | 41.5244800 |
| Longitude | -90.5156900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| 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 Bettendorf and Des Moines
The distance between Bettendorf and Des Moines is 275 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 03 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 Bettendorf and Des Moines. The current time is 02:18:21.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 24 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.79 liters (6.02 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bettendorf and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bettendorf to Des Moines is $19.77 (diesel $27.98).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $19.77 | $21.66 | $24.46 | $27.98 |
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 Bettendorf 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.
