Cape Girardeau to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

301.4 miles 485 km · straight line
349.3 miles actual route 562.1 km · driving distance
6h 39min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cape Girardeau from Kansas City?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Kansas City is 301.4 miles (485 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located WNW of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.3 miles, taking about 6h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States.

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 Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 39min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 59min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 19min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Girardeau & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Cape Girardeau
37.31°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
108m 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 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM