Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1234.4 miles 1986.5 km · straight line
1470.8 miles actual route 2367 km · driving distance
27h 19min estimated drive time
CAD 238 - CAD 294 estimated fuel cost
~2h 59min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Wichita?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Wichita is 1234.4 miles (1986.5 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located WSW of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1470.8 miles, taking about 27h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 59min. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Wichita is in Kansas, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and Wichita. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Wichita

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 19min CAD 238 - CAD 294 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 47min $118–$221* Budget
Train ~35h 31min $176–$515* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ottawa, Ontario, Canada & Wichita

Quick Facts

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
Wichita
37.69°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
402m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 411 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM