Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

815.6 miles 1312.6 km · straight line
963.1 miles actual route 1549.9 km · driving distance
17h 52min estimated drive time
CAD 156 - CAD 192 estimated fuel cost
~2h 8min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Kansas City?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Kansas City is 815.6 miles (1312.6 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located WSW of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 963.1 miles, taking about 17h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 8min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Kansas City is in Missouri, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 52min CAD 156 - CAD 192 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 26min $77–$144* Budget
Train ~23h 14min $116–$337* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m 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 272 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 68 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM