Kansas City to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1385.8 miles 2230.2 km · straight line
1658.6 miles actual route 2669.3 km · driving distance
30h 42min estimated drive time
$160 - $196 estimated fuel cost
~3h 17min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Mexico City?

The distance from Kansas City to Mexico City is 1385.8 miles (2230.2 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located SSW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1658.6 miles, taking about 30h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 17min. Kansas City is in Missouri, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

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 Kansas City and Mexico 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 Kansas City to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 42min $160 - $196 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 50min $133–$249* Budget
Train ~39h 55min $199–$581* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 462 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 115 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM