Des Moines to Vernon Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Moines from Vernon Hills?

The distance from Des Moines to Vernon Hills is 293.5 miles (472.4 km) as the crow flies. Vernon Hills is located E of Des Moines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 366.9 miles, taking about 7h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Des Moines in Iowa and Vernon Hills in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Moines and Vernon Hills. 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.