Kirksville to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.6 miles 174.7 km · straight line
135.7 miles estimated 218.4 km · driving distance
2h 44min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Kirksville from Sedalia?

The distance from Kirksville to Sedalia is 108.6 miles (174.7 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located SSW of Kirksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135.7 miles, taking about 2h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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. 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 Kirksville and Sedalia. 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 Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 44min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 17min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 36min $16–$47* Comfort

Quick Facts

Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 229.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients