How far is Baxter, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Baxter and West Des Moines is 33.61 miles (54.09 km).
Flight distance from Baxter, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 33.61 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Baxter, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 40.1 miles (64.53 km) by car.
Driving from Baxter to West Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 44 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 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 Baxter and West Des Moines
The distance between Baxter and West Des Moines is 65 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 43 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 West Des Moines. The current time is 11:02:07.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.36 liters (1.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Baxter and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Baxter to West Des Moines is $4.65 (diesel $6.58).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.65 | $5.09 | $5.75 | $6.58 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Baxter 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.
