Amarillo to Emporia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amarillo from Emporia?

The distance from Amarillo to Emporia is 382 miles (614.7 km) as the crow flies. Emporia is located NE of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.3 miles, taking about 9h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Emporia in Kansas.

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 Amarillo and Emporia. 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.