Fort Leonard Wood to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282.8 miles 455.1 km · straight line
353.5 miles estimated 568.9 km · driving distance
7h 7min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Fort Leonard Wood from Wichita?

The distance from Fort Leonard Wood to Wichita is 282.8 miles (455.1 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located W of Fort Leonard Wood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.5 miles, taking about 7h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri and Wichita in Kansas.

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 Fort Leonard Wood and Wichita. 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.

How to Get from Fort Leonard Wood to Wichita

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 7min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 32min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 46min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Leonard Wood & Wichita

Quick Facts

Fort Leonard Wood
37.71°N, 92.16°W
America/Chicago
333m elevation
Wichita
37.69°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
402m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients