Davenport to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.2 miles 433.2 km · straight line
358.8 miles actual route 577.4 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Davenport from Kansas City?

The distance from Davenport to Kansas City is 269.2 miles (433.2 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located SW of Davenport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.8 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Davenport in Iowa and Kansas City in Missouri.

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 Davenport 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 Davenport to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davenport & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Davenport
41.52°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
180m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM