Jacksonville, Illinois to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

236.2 miles 380.2 km · straight line
277.6 miles actual route 446.7 km · driving distance
5h 18min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Illinois from Kansas City?

The distance from Jacksonville, Illinois to Kansas City is 236.2 miles (380.2 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located W of Jacksonville, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.6 miles, taking about 5h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Illinois in Illinois and Kansas City in Missouri.

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 Jacksonville, Illinois 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 Jacksonville, Illinois to Kansas City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 18min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 22min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 2min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Illinois & Kansas City

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Illinois
39.73°N, 90.23°W
America/Chicago
186m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM