Des Moines to Lima, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Lima, Ohio?

The distance from Des Moines to Lima, Ohio is 498.3 miles (802 km) as the crow flies. Lima, Ohio is located E of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 598 miles, taking about 12h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Lima, Ohio in Ohio.

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. 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 Lima, Ohio. 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.