Lawrence, Kansas to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Poplar Bluff is 305.2 miles (491.2 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located ESE of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.5 miles, taking about 7h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas and Poplar Bluff in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 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.