Dayton to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Dayton from Kansas City?
The distance from Dayton to Kansas City is 555.9 miles (894.6 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located W of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594.2 miles, taking about 11h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Kansas City 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 Dayton 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 185 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.8 times to circle the Earth's equator