Fort Leonard Wood to Great Bend: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Leonard Wood from Great Bend?

The distance from Fort Leonard Wood to Great Bend is 362.4 miles (583.2 km) as the crow flies. Great Bend is located W of Fort Leonard Wood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 434.8 miles, taking about 8h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri and Great Bend in Kansas.

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 Fort Leonard Wood and Great Bend. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.