Indianapolis to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Indianapolis from Kansas City?
The distance from Indianapolis to Kansas City is 451.6 miles (726.7 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located W of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.6 miles, taking about 9h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Kansas City in Missouri.
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 Indianapolis 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 151 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
- You could travel this distance about 55.1 times to circle the Earth's equator