Driving from St. Louis to Kansas City
Kansas City lies 387 km (241 mi) west of St. Louis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 15 min without stops, over roughly 472 km (294 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| St. Louis | Kansas City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 279,695 | 152,933 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 272 m (892 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
Where to book car hire from St. Louis to Kansas City
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Staying in Kansas City
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Common questions
How far is Kansas City from St. Louis?
387 km (241 mi) in a straight line, west of St. Louis; by road roughly 472 km (294 mi).
How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Kansas City by car?
About 5 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between St. Louis and Kansas City?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.