Distance from Memphis to Des Moines by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Memphis (TN) to Des Moines (IA) is 484 miles or 779 kilometers or 421 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Memphis to Des Moines is 617 miles (993 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 133 miles or 214 km.

Memphis to Des Moines Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Memphis, TN and Des Moines, IA
This map shows the distance from Memphis, TN, Usa to Des Moines, IA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Memphis, Tennessee to Des Moines, Iowa is displayed below.

Driving distance from Memphis, TN to Des Moines, IA

The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Des Moines, Iowa is 617 miles or 993 km.
The total driving distance from Memphis, TN to Des Moines, IA is 617 miles or 993 kilometers. Your trip begins in Memphis, Tennessee. It ends in Des Moines, Iowa.
The driving distance from Memphis, Tennessee to Des Moines, Iowa is approximately 617 miles (993 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 11 to 12 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Memphis, TN to Des Moines, IA

How long is the drive from Memphis, TN to Des Moines, IA?
The total driving time is 11 hours, 45 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Memphis to Des Moines take?
Memphis and Des Moines are 11 hours 45 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Memphis and Des Moines

Time difference between Memphis (TN) and Des Moines (IA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Memphis	Current local time in Des Moines
2025-12-19, 02:51:01 CST	2025-12-19, 02:51:01 CST

How Far is it Between Memphis Tennessee, USA and Des Moines Iowa, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Memphis, TN and Des Moines, IA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	617 mi	993 km	535.8 nmi
Straight line distance	484 mi	779 km	421 nmi
Difference	133 mi	214 km	114 nmi

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