Kirksville to Sioux City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.1 miles 408.9 km · straight line
317.6 miles estimated 511.1 km · driving distance
6h 23min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
310° NW bearing direction

How far is Kirksville from Sioux City?

The distance from Kirksville to Sioux City is 254.1 miles (408.9 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located NW of Kirksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.6 miles, taking about 6h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Kirksville in Missouri and Sioux City in Iowa.

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 Sioux City. 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 Sioux City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 23min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 4min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kirksville & Sioux City

Quick Facts

Kirksville
40.19°N, 92.58°W
America/Chicago
299m elevation
Sioux City
42.50°N, 96.40°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients