Bettendorf to Leavenworth, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.6 miles 446.8 km · straight line
347 miles estimated 558.5 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Leavenworth, Kansas?

The distance from Bettendorf to Leavenworth, Kansas is 277.6 miles (446.8 km) as the crow flies. Leavenworth, Kansas is located WSW of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 347 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Leavenworth, Kansas in Kansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Leavenworth, Kansas. 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.

How to Get from Bettendorf to Leavenworth, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Leavenworth, Kansas

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Leavenworth, Kansas
39.31°N, 94.92°W
America/Chicago
256m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients