Kansas City to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238 miles 383.1 km · straight line
254.7 miles actual route 409.9 km · driving distance
4h 57min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Kansas City from Upper Alton?

The distance from Kansas City to Upper Alton is 238 miles (383.1 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located E of Kansas City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.7 miles, taking about 4h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Kansas City in Missouri and Upper Alton in Illinois.

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 Upper Alton. 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 Upper Alton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 57min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 56min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 42min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kansas City & Upper Alton

Quick Facts

Kansas City
39.10°N, 94.58°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
Upper Alton
38.91°N, 90.15°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM