How far is Des Moines, IA from Bettendorf, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Bettendorf is 160 miles (257.5 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Bettendorf, IA is 160 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Bettendorf with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Bettendorf, Iowa is: 171.28 miles (275.65 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Bettendorf will take approximately 02 hours 35 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Bettendorf: Gilbert Street (-90.515723,41.524401)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Bettendorf
The distance between Des Moines and Bettendorf is 276 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 Des Moines and Bettendorf. The current time is 02:44:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 16 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.88 liters (6.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Bettendorf.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Bettendorf is $19.85 (diesel $28.09).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $19.85 | $21.75 | $24.56 | $28.09 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Bettendorf (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
