Ann Arbor to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

608.2 miles 978.8 km · straight line
723.5 miles actual route 1164.4 km · driving distance
13h 31min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Kansas City?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Kansas City is 608.2 miles (978.8 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located WSW of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 723.5 miles, taking about 13h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Kansas City in Missouri.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Kansas City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 31min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 13min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~17h 34min $87–$253* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM