Des Moines to McKinney: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from McKinney?

The distance from Des Moines to McKinney is 602.3 miles (969.3 km) as the crow flies. McKinney is located SSW of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 722.8 miles, taking about 14h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and McKinney 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 McKinney. 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.