Kansas City to Sioux City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.5 miles 408 km · straight line
277.1 miles actual route 445.9 km · driving distance
5h 7min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Sioux City?

The distance from Kansas City to Sioux City is 253.5 miles (408 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located NNW of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.1 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Sioux City in Iowa.

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 Sioux 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 Sioux City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 7min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 8min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 52min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Sioux City

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Sioux City
42.50°N, 96.40°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM