Kansas City to Shawnee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290.9 miles 468.1 km · straight line
353.6 miles actual route 569 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
207° SSW bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Shawnee?

The distance from Kansas City to Shawnee is 290.9 miles (468.1 km) as the crow flies. Shawnee is located SSW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.6 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Shawnee 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 Shawnee. 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 Shawnee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Shawnee

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Shawnee
35.33°N, 96.93°W
America/Chicago
323m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM