Distance from Kansas City to Louisville by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Kansas City (MO) to Louisville (KY) is 478 miles or 769 kilometers or 415 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Kansas City to Louisville is 507 miles (816 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 29 miles or 47 km.
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Kansas City and Louisville is 478 miles or 769 km.The nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and the nearest airport to Louisville, is Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF).
What is the average flight time from Kansas City to Louisville?
Flight time from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY is 1 hours 5 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Kansas City to Louisville Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Kansas City, MO and Louisville, KYThis map shows the distance from Kansas City, MO, Usa to Louisville, KY, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Kansas City, Missouri to Louisville, Kentucky is displayed below.
Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Louisville, Kentucky is 507 miles or 816 km.
The total driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY is 507 miles or 816 kilometers. Your trip begins in Kansas City, Missouri. It ends in Louisville, Kentucky.
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Louisville, Kentucky is approximately 507 miles (816 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 Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY
How long is the drive from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY?The total driving time is 9 hours, 26 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Kansas City to Louisville take?
Kansas City and Louisville are 9 hours 26 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 Kansas City and Louisville
Time difference between Kansas City (MO) and Louisville (KY) is 0 Hours.
| Current local time in Kansas City | Current local time in Louisville |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-18, 18:49:59 EST | 2025-12-18, 18:49:59 EST |
How Far is it Between Kansas City Missouri, USA and Louisville Kentucky, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Kansas City, MO and Louisville, KY in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 507 mi | 816 km | 440.28 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 478 mi | 769 km | 415 nmi |
| Difference | 29 mi | 47 km | 25 nmi |
Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.12516 |
| Longitude | -94.55031 |
| State | Missouri |
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Louisville Details
Louisville is located in Kentucky, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 38° 15' 15.3'' Longitude: W 85° 45' 33.9'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 38.25424 |
| Longitude | -85.75941 |
| State | Kentucky |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Kansas City, MO and Louisville, KY
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 17 hours 0 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 12 hours 45 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 11 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 10 hours 12 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 9 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 8 hours 30 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 7 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 7 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 6 hours 48 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 6 hours 22 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 6 hours 0 minutes |