Chicago to Kirksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.1 miles 455.6 km · straight line
368.5 miles actual route 593.1 km · driving distance
7h 20min estimated drive time
$35 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Kirksville?

The distance from Chicago to Kirksville is 283.1 miles (455.6 km) as the crow flies. Kirksville is located WSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 368.5 miles, taking about 7h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Kirksville 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 Chicago and Kirksville. 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 Chicago to Kirksville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 20min $35 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 48min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 58min $44–$129* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Kirksville

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM