Little Rock to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Little Rock from Wichita?

The distance from Little Rock to Wichita is 346.7 miles (557.9 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located NW of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 416 miles, taking about 8h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and Wichita in Kansas.

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. 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 Little Rock and Wichita. 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.