Peoria to Wichita: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Peoria from Wichita?

The distance from Peoria to Wichita is 463.4 miles (745.8 km) as the crow flies. Wichita is located WSW of Peoria. By car, the driving distance is approximately 556.1 miles, taking about 11h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Peoria in Illinois 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 Peoria 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.