Kansas City to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

298.4 miles 480.2 km · straight line
351.9 miles actual route 566.4 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
214° SSW bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Oklahoma City?

The distance from Kansas City to Oklahoma City is 298.4 miles (480.2 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located SSW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.9 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

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 Kansas City and Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM