Des Moines to Fayetteville, Arkansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Fayetteville, Arkansas?

The distance from Des Moines to Fayetteville, Arkansas is 382.8 miles (616 km) as the crow flies. Fayetteville, Arkansas is located S of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459.3 miles, taking about 9h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Fayetteville, Arkansas. 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.