Distance from Kansas City to Chicago (United States)

The distance between Kansas City, Missouri and Chicago, Illinois is 662 kilometers (411 miles).

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Kansas City is located in the central United States, while Chicago is situated in the northeastern part of Illinois, both being major urban centers with significant cultural and economic influence. The straight-line distance between them is 662 kilometers, heading northeast.

Kansas City is situated at an altitude of 290 meters above sea level, while Chicago is at 180 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Kansas City to Chicago spans approximately 820 kilometers, primarily following I-70 E and I-55 N, passing through regions such as St. Louis and Springfield, offering a scenic drive through the Midwest.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: St. Louis Gateway Arch, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, Springfield.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Kansas City to Chicago crosses the Midwest, featuring landmarks like the Gateway Arch and Lincoln's Library.

Best time to travel

Travel is best in spring for mild weather and fall for vibrant foliage, avoiding peak summer tourism in Chicago.

Climate

Chicago generally experiences colder winters and cooler summers compared to Kansas City, with more pronounced seasonal changes.

Accessibility

Chicago offers extensive public transit and accessible facilities, more developed than Kansas City's infrastructure.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1-2 days
Motorcycle 10-12 hours
Car 8-10 hours
Helicopter 3-4 hours
Airplane 1-2 hours
Speed Time
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90 km/h
120 km/h
Kansas City, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 39.0997° N 94.5786° W

Elevation: 290 m (951 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC)
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
  • Johnson County Executive Airport (OJC)
  • New Century AirCenter (JCI)
  • Sherman Army Air Field (FLV)
Chicago, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 41.85° N 87.6501° W

Elevation: 180 m (591 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Chicago Meigs Airport (CGX)
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY)
  • Chicago Executive Airport (PWK)

Other distances from Kansas City

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Kansas City to New York City 1,764 km
From Kansas City to Los Angeles 2,184 km
From Kansas City to Chicago 662 km
From Kansas City to Houston 1,038 km
From Kansas City to Phoenix 1,689 km

Other distances from Chicago

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Chicago to New York City 1,149 km
From Chicago to Los Angeles 2,807 km
From Chicago to Houston 1,510 km
From Chicago to Phoenix 2,338 km
From Chicago to Philadelphia 1,072 km

Cities within similar distances

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