Des Moines to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Owatonna?

The distance from Des Moines to Owatonna is 173.7 miles (279.6 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located N of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.2 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Owatonna in Minnesota.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Owatonna. 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.