Des Moines to North Cascades: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from North Cascades?

The distance from Des Moines to North Cascades is 1426.7 miles (2296.1 km) as the crow flies. North Cascades is located WNW of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1712.1 miles, taking about 34h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 22min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and North Cascades in Washington.

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. 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 North Cascades. 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.