Baltimore to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baltimore from Des Moines?

The distance from Baltimore to Des Moines is 907.1 miles (1459.8 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located WNW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1022.2 miles, taking about 18h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 19min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Des Moines in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Des Moines. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.