Kansas City to Toronto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

846.7 miles 1362.7 km · straight line
1002.5 miles actual route 1613.3 km · driving distance
18h 40min estimated drive time
$96 - $119 estimated fuel cost
~2h 12min flight time
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Toronto?

The distance from Kansas City to Toronto is 846.7 miles (1362.7 km) as the crow flies. Toronto is located ENE of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1002.5 miles, taking about 18h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 12min. Kansas City is in Missouri, United States, while Toronto is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kansas City and Toronto. 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 Toronto

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 40min $96 - $119 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 24min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~24h 16min $120–$351* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Toronto

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Toronto
43.65°N, 79.38°W
America/Toronto
76m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 282 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 71 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM