Kansas City to Ozark: Road Trip Guide & Distance

161.9 miles 260.5 km · straight line
183.7 miles actual route 295.7 km · driving distance
3h 39min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
152° SSE bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Ozark?

The distance from Kansas City to Ozark is 161.9 miles (260.5 km) as the crow flies. Ozark is located SSE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.7 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Ozark. 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 Ozark

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 39min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 23min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 28min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Ozark

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Ozark
37.02°N, 93.21°W
America/Chicago
356m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 153.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM