Kirksville to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.4 miles 427.1 km · straight line
331.7 miles estimated 533.9 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Kirksville from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Kirksville to Poplar Bluff is 265.4 miles (427.1 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located SSE of Kirksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.7 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kirksville and Poplar Bluff. 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 Poplar Bluff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kirksville & Poplar Bluff

Quick Facts

Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
Poplar Bluff
36.76°N, 90.39°W
America/Chicago
110m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients