Distance from Chicago to Kansas City by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Kansas City (KS) is 411 miles or 661 kilometers or 357 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Kansas City is 508 miles (819 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 97 miles or 158 km.
Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Kansas City is 411 miles or 661 km.The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
What is the average flight time from Chicago to Kansas City?
Flight time from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS is 0 hours 56 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Chicago to Kansas City Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Kansas City, KSThis map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Kansas City, KS, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Kansas City, Kansas is displayed below.
Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Kansas City, Kansas is 508 miles or 819 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS is 508 miles or 819 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Kansas City, Kansas.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Kansas City, Kansas is approximately 508 miles (819 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS
How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, KS?The total driving time is 9 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Kansas City take?
Chicago and Kansas City are 9 hours 32 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between Chicago and Kansas City
Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Kansas City (KS) is 1 Hours.
Kansas City time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.
| Current local time in Chicago | Current local time in Kansas City |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-18, 01:50:18 CST | 2025-12-18, 02:50:18 EST |
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Kansas City Kansas, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Kansas City, KS in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 508 mi | 819 km | 441.15 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 411 mi | 661 km | 357 nmi |
| Difference | 97 mi | 158 km | 84 nmi |
Chicago Details
Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 41.83755 |
| Longitude | -87.68184 |
| State | Illinois |
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Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Kansas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 6' 51'' Longitude: W 94° 37' 38.9'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.11417 |
| Longitude | -94.62746 |
| State | Kansas |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Kansas City, KS
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 17 hours 3 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 12 hours 47 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 11 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 10 hours 14 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 9 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 8 hours 31 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 7 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 7 hours 18 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 6 hours 49 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 6 hours 23 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 6 hours 1 minutes |