Cape Girardeau to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.9 miles 360.3 km · straight line
279.9 miles estimated 450.4 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cape Girardeau from Sedalia?

The distance from Cape Girardeau to Sedalia is 223.9 miles (360.3 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located WNW of Cape Girardeau. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.9 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Sedalia. 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 Cape Girardeau to Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Girardeau & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Cape Girardeau
37.31°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
108m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients