Bettendorf to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.8 miles 437.4 km · straight line
363.8 miles actual route 585.4 km · driving distance
6h 41min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Kansas City?

The distance from Bettendorf to Kansas City is 271.8 miles (437.4 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located SW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 363.8 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Kansas City in Missouri.

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. 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 Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 41min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 1min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 21min $44–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM