Bridgeport to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bridgeport from Des Moines?

The distance from Bridgeport to Des Moines is 1057.3 miles (1701.6 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located W of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1268.8 miles, taking about 25h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 38min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut 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 Bridgeport 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.