Kansas City to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kansas City from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Kansas City to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 1056.3 miles (1700 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located ENE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1273.8 miles, taking about 23h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 38min. Kansas City is in Missouri, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. 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.