Pittsburg, Kansas to Rolla: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.7 miles 265.1 km · straight line
205.9 miles estimated 331.4 km · driving distance
4h 9min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Pittsburg, Kansas from Rolla?

The distance from Pittsburg, Kansas to Rolla is 164.7 miles (265.1 km) as the crow flies. Rolla is located ENE of Pittsburg, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.9 miles, taking about 4h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburg, Kansas in Kansas and Rolla in Missouri.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Pittsburg, Kansas and Rolla. 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 Pittsburg, Kansas to Rolla

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 9min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 59min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 57min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburg, Kansas & Rolla

Quick Facts

Pittsburg, Kansas
37.41°N, 94.70°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Rolla
37.95°N, 91.77°W
America/Chicago
342m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients