Day trip from Omaha to Des Moines
Des Moines lies 198 km (123 mi) east of Omaha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 198 km (123 mi) apart, Des Moines is a realistic day trip from Omaha: about 3 h 13 min each way by road.
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| Omaha | Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 486,051 | 214,133 |
| Elevation | 315 m (1,033 ft) | 264 m (866 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 68101–68198 | 50301–50983 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Des Moines
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Staying in Des Moines
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Common questions
How far is Des Moines from Omaha?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, east of Omaha; by road roughly 242 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Omaha to Des Moines by road?
About 3 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Omaha and Des Moines?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.