Distance from Philadelphia to Kansas City (United States)

The distance between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Kansas City, Missouri is 1,669 kilometers (1,037 miles).

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Philadelphia is located in the northeastern United States while Kansas City is situated in the midwestern region, both cities are significant urban centers in their respective areas. The straight-line distance between them is 1,669 kilometers, heading west.

Philadelphia is at only 8 meters above sea level, while Kansas City is at 290 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Philadelphia to Kansas City spans approximately 1820 kilometers, primarily via I-70 W, passing through regions such as Columbus, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, offering a cross-section of the Midwest.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Independence Hall, Gateway Arch, Liberty Memorial, Union Station.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City crosses the Appalachian Mountains and the Mississippi River, highlighting landmarks like the Gateway Arch and Liberty Memorial.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for travel due to moderate temperatures and fewer tourists, while summer offers vibrant city events.

Climate

Kansas City generally experiences more extreme temperatures compared to Philadelphia, with hotter summers and colder winters.

Accessibility

Kansas City offers comprehensive accessibility features, including public transport options and accessible public spaces, similar to Philadelphia.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 2-3 days
Motorcycle 1 day
Car 18-20 hours
Airplane 2-3 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
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150 km/h
Philadelphia, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 39.9524° N 75.1636° W

Elevation: 8 m (26 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
  • Wings Field (BBX)
  • South Jersey Regional Airport (LLY)
  • Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove (NXX)
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)

Other distances from Philadelphia

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Philadelphia to New York City 130 km
From Philadelphia to Los Angeles 3,852 km
From Philadelphia to Chicago 1,072 km
From Philadelphia to Houston 2,158 km
From Philadelphia to Phoenix 3,351 km

Other distances from Kansas City

Distances 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

Cities within similar distances

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Amsterdam, Netherlands Murcia, Spain 1,666 km
Lisbon, Portugal Leicester, United Kingdom 1,666 km
Austin, United States Milwaukee, United States 1,665 km
Dublin, Ireland Palma, Spain 1,673 km
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Denver, United States Culiacán, Mexico 1,673 km
Ottawa, Canada Memphis, United States 1,665 km

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