Kansas City to Kirksville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

130.4 miles 209.8 km · straight line
180.2 miles actual route 290 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Kirksville?

The distance from Kansas City to Kirksville is 130.4 miles (209.8 km) as the crow flies. Kirksville is located NE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.2 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Kansas City and Kirksville. 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 Kansas City to Kirksville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Kirksville

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 191 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM