Des Moines is one of Iowa's strongest E85 markets, with 13 public flex-fuel stations serving drivers across the metro. Coverage is concentrated along I-35, I-80, I-235, and Casey's General Stores anchors the retail footprint. Iowa produced 4.6 billion gallons of ethanol in 2025 — 28% of U.S. output — and retailers collect a $0.16-per-gallon state tax credit on E85 sales through January 1, 2028. Most FFV drivers here can find E85 within a normal commute radius without planning ahead.
Finding E85 in Des Moines
Des Moines is the state capital and the home market for Casey's General Stores (headquartered in nearby Ankeny), the dominant Iowa E85 retailer. Iowa Code requires state-fleet FFVs to fuel with E85 wherever reasonably available, and the state produced 4.6 billion gallons of ethanol in 2025 — 28% of U.S. output. Retail coverage across the metro also includes Kum & Go / Maverik (merged 2023), Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh, Kwik Star, QuikTrip, Phillips 66, and BP.
Key highway access: I-35, I-80, I-235
E85 Stations in Des Moines, Iowa
11 verified public E85 stations. Call ahead or use the map above for live status.
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Casey's
3200 SW 9th St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50315
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Casey's
3401 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50312
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Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh
5801 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, Iowa, 50322
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Kwik Star #1053
4105 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50317
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Kwik Star #1086
5145 NE 14th St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50313
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Maverik #5168
2110 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50317
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Maverik #5216
5830 SE 14th St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50320
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Maverik #5266
4960 E Broadway Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50317
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Maverik #5278
1300 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309
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Maverik #5283
5050 NW 2nd St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50313
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Maverik #5361
3104 University Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, 50311
What E85 Costs in Des Moines
The DOE Alternative Fuel Price Report for October 2025 pegs Midwest E85 at $2.49/gal versus $2.86/gal for regular gasoline — about a 13% per-gallon discount. Remember to adjust for E85's roughly 25–27% lower fuel economy when calculating true cost per mile. For live pricing, check the station locator above or open your retailer's mobile app.
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E85 in Des Moines: FAQ
How many gas stations sell E85 in Des Moines?
Des Moines, IA has 13 public E85 stations — about 4% of the 293 in Iowa. Casey's General Stores is the brand you will see most often. The full address list and a live map are above.
Where are the E85 pumps in Des Moines?
Most Des Moines E85 stations sit close to I-35, I-80, I-235. Examples include Maverik #5168 at 2110 Guthrie Ave, Maverik #5216 at 5830 SE 14th St and Maverik #5266 at 4960 E Broadway Ave. Tap “Directions” on any station in the list to open it in your maps app.
What if the closest E85 station in Des Moines is out of service?
Flex fuel vehicles run normally on regular gasoline, so you are never stranded. For the next-closest E85, check Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs and Sioux City, or use the route planner to find pumps along your drive.
Iowa E85 Overview
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