Des Moines to Saint Cloud, Minnesota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Saint Cloud, Minnesota?

The distance from Des Moines to Saint Cloud, Minnesota is 275.9 miles (444 km) as the crow flies. Saint Cloud, Minnesota is located N of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.9 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Saint Cloud, Minnesota 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Saint Cloud, Minnesota. 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.