Kansas City to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.7 miles 450.1 km · straight line
356.2 miles actual route 573.2 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
124° SE bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Kansas City to Poplar Bluff is 279.7 miles (450.1 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located SE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356.2 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City and Poplar Bluff. 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 Poplar Bluff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Poplar Bluff

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Poplar Bluff
36.76°N, 90.39°W
America/Chicago
110m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM