Edison to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1072.5 miles 1726 km · straight line
1182.2 miles actual route 1902.6 km · driving distance
22h 21min estimated drive time
$114 - $140 estimated fuel cost
~2h 39min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Edison from Kansas City?

The distance from Edison to Kansas City is 1072.5 miles (1726 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located W of Edison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1182.2 miles, taking about 22h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Both are located in United States — Edison in New Jersey 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edison 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 Edison to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 21min $114 - $140 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 49min $95–$177* Budget
Train ~29h 3min $142–$414* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edison & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m 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 358 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM