Distance from Kansas City to Omaha (United States)

The distance between Kansas City, Missouri and Omaha, Nebraska is 266 kilometers (165 miles).

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Kansas City in Missouri and Omaha in Nebraska are located in the central United States, both cities are part of the Midwest region, known for their cultural and historical significance. The straight-line distance between them is 266 kilometers, heading northwest.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with Kansas City at 290 meters above sea level and Omaha at 315 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Kansas City to Omaha follows Interstate 29 north through Missouri and Iowa, passing through St. Joseph and Council Bluffs, offering a straightforward drive through the Midwest.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: St. Joseph, Council Bluffs, Missouri River.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Kansas City to Omaha crosses the Missouri River and passes through the Great Plains, highlighting the Midwest's expansive landscapes.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel to Omaha due to mild weather and fewer tourists, while summer offers vibrant local events.

Climate

Omaha experiences similar climate conditions to Kansas City, with cold winters and hot summers, but slightly less humidity.

Accessibility

Omaha offers well-developed accessibility infrastructure, similar to Kansas City, with public transport and facilities for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 12-14 hours
Motorcycle 4-5 hours
Car 3-4 hours
Helicopter 1-2 hours
Airplane 20-30 minutes
Speed Time
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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)
Omaha, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 41.2563° N 95.9404° W

Elevation: 315 m (1,033 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Eppley Airfield (OMA)
  • Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF)
  • Offutt Air Force Base (OFF)
  • Fremont Municipal Airport (FET)
  • Tekamah Municipal Airport (TQE)

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 Omaha

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Omaha to New York City 1,842 km
From Omaha to Los Angeles 2,117 km
From Omaha to Chicago 695 km
From Omaha to Houston 1,276 km
From Omaha to Phoenix 1,667 km

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