Lawrence, Kansas to McAlester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from McAlester?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to McAlester is 280.5 miles (451.5 km) as the crow flies. McAlester is located S of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 350.7 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas and McAlester in Oklahoma.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lawrence, Kansas and McAlester. 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.