Cheyenne to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Cheyenne from Des Moines?
The distance from Cheyenne to Des Moines is 581 miles (935 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located E of Cheyenne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 697.2 miles, taking about 14h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Cheyenne in Wyoming 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Cheyenne 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.
How to Get from Cheyenne to Des Moines
Suggested Stops Between Cheyenne & Des Moines
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 194 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.9 times to circle the Earth's equator