Des Moines to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Des Moines from Detroit?
The distance from Des Moines to Detroit is 545.6 miles (878.1 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located E of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 599.6 miles, taking about 11h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Detroit in Michigan.
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 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 Des Moines and Detroit. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 182 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
- You could travel this distance about 45.6 times to circle the Earth's equator