Des Moines to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Des Moines to Newark, New Jersey is 1011.5 miles (1627.8 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located E of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1213.8 miles, taking about 24h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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. 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 Newark, New Jersey. 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.