Kansas City to Muscatine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246 miles 395.9 km · straight line
346.7 miles actual route 557.9 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Muscatine?

The distance from Kansas City to Muscatine is 246 miles (395.9 km) as the crow flies. Muscatine is located NE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.7 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Muscatine in Iowa.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City and Muscatine. 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 Muscatine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Muscatine

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Muscatine
41.42°N, 91.04°W
America/Chicago
177m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM