Columbus, Ohio to Des Moines: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Des Moines?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Des Moines is 566.8 miles (912.2 km) as the crow flies. Des Moines is located WNW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 648.2 miles, taking about 12h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Ohio 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.
How to Get from Columbus, Ohio to Des Moines
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 189 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
- You could travel this distance about 43.9 times to circle the Earth's equator