Columbus, Ohio to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbus, Ohio from Kansas City?
The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Kansas City is 619.5 miles (997 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located W of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 658.2 miles, taking about 12h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Kansas City in Missouri.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Columbus, Ohio 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 Columbus, Ohio to Kansas City
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 207 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
- You could travel this distance about 40.2 times to circle the Earth's equator