Kirksville to Pittsburg, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.7 miles 360 km · straight line
279.6 miles estimated 450 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Kirksville from Pittsburg, Kansas?

The distance from Kirksville to Pittsburg, Kansas is 223.7 miles (360 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburg, Kansas is located SSW of Kirksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Kirksville in Missouri and Pittsburg, Kansas in Kansas.

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 Kirksville and Pittsburg, Kansas. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Kirksville to Pittsburg, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kirksville & Pittsburg, Kansas

Quick Facts

Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
Pittsburg, Kansas
37.41°N, 94.70°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients