Des Moines to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Des Moines from Fort Worth?
The distance from Des Moines to Fort Worth is 643.2 miles (1035.1 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located SSW of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 739.9 miles, taking about 12h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Fort Worth in Texas.
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 Des Moines and Fort Worth. 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 214 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.7 times to circle the Earth's equator