Chicago to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

367.5 miles 591.4 km · straight line
464.1 miles actual route 746.9 km · driving distance
8h 52min estimated drive time
$45 - $55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 14min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Sedalia?

The distance from Chicago to Sedalia is 367.5 miles (591.4 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 464.1 miles, taking about 8h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Sedalia 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 Sedalia. 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 Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 52min $45 - $55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 38min $37–$70* Budget
Train ~8h 25min $56–$162* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m 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 123 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM