Des Moines to Farmington, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Farmington, Minnesota?

The distance from Des Moines to Farmington, Minnesota is 212.4 miles (341.8 km) as the crow flies. Farmington, Minnesota is located N of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.5 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Farmington, Minnesota in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Farmington, Minnesota. 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.