Fort Leonard Wood to Kirksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Leonard Wood from Kirksville?

The distance from Fort Leonard Wood to Kirksville is 173.5 miles (279.2 km) as the crow flies. Kirksville is located N of Fort Leonard Wood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.9 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Leonard Wood and Kirksville. 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.