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.

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#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
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#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

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 06:05:31.

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 April 26, 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.

Distance to Other Cities

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