Bella Vista to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bella Vista from Des Moines?

The distance from Bella Vista to Des Moines is 354.5 miles (570.5 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located N of Bella Vista. By car, the driving distance is approximately 425.4 miles, taking about 8h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Bella Vista in Arkansas and Des Moines in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bella Vista and Des Moines. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.