Bentonville to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bentonville from Des Moines?

The distance from Bentonville to Des Moines is 361.6 miles (582 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located N of Bentonville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 434 miles, taking about 8h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Bentonville 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 Bentonville 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.