Moving from Des Moines, IA to Fargo, ND
Your Complete Guide
517
Miles
9.4 hrs
Drive Time
I-65 North / I-80 West
Primary Highway
Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Des Moines, IA
Fargo, ND
Cost of Living Index
86
86
Median Home Price
$200,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$900/mo
$800/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$120
Grocery Index
94
94
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 517-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Des Moines, IA and Fargo, ND.
Omaha, NE
A Midwestern gem on the Missouri River, home to Warren Buffett and a surprising food scene. Known for its steaks and the Henry Doorly Zoo.
Henry Doorly Zoo, steakhouses, and Berkshire Hathaway headquarters
State Transition Guide: Iowa → North Dakota
Moving from Iowa to North Dakota? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in North Dakota
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 60 days in North Dakota
Things to Know About North Dakota
- Extremely cold winters require engine block heaters
- Oil boom has created economic opportunities in western ND
- One of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 517 miles via I-65 North / I-80 West, taking about 9.4 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.