Des Moines to Kitchener: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Kitchener?

The distance from Des Moines to Kitchener is 679.2 miles (1093 km) as the crow flies. Kitchener is located ENE of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 815 miles, taking about 16h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Des Moines is in Iowa, United States, while Kitchener is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Kitchener. 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.