Des Moines to Findlay: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Des Moines from Findlay?
The distance from Des Moines to Findlay is 518.7 miles (834.8 km) as the crow flies. Findlay is located E of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 622.5 miles, taking about 12h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Findlay in Ohio.
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 Des Moines and Findlay. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48 times to circle the Earth's equator