Lawrence, Kansas to Muscatine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.6 miles 448.4 km · straight line
348.3 miles estimated 560.5 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Muscatine?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Muscatine is 278.6 miles (448.4 km) as the crow flies. Muscatine is located NE of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.3 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas and Muscatine 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. 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 Lawrence, Kansas and Muscatine. 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Muscatine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Muscatine

Quick Facts

Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
Muscatine
41.42°N, 91.04°W
America/Chicago
177m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients