Des Moines to St. Paul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from St. Paul?

The distance from Des Moines to St. Paul is 234.2 miles (376.9 km) as the crow flies. St. Paul is located N of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 292.7 miles, taking about 5h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and St. Paul 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 St. Paul. 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.