Des Moines to London, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from London, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Des Moines to London, Ontario, Canada is 640.1 miles (1030.2 km) as the crow flies. London, Ontario, Canada is located ENE of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 768.1 miles, taking about 15h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Des Moines is in Iowa, United States, while London, Ontario, Canada 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and London, Ontario, Canada. 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.