Kansas City to St. Louis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kansas City from St. Louis?

The distance from Kansas City to St. Louis is 237.8 miles (382.7 km) as the crow flies. St. Louis is located E of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.2 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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 St. Louis. 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.