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It is about a 3 hour drive from Kansas City, Missouri to Springfield, Missouri.
The route takes you through the scenic Ozarks and past several interesting attractions.
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Google Maps
The Google Maps website is a great resource to use when trying to find out how far apart two specific locations are. All you need to do is enter in the addresses of the two locations you are interested in and Google Maps will do the rest.
Go to Google Maps
Click “Get Directions.” Enter your starting location and destination, then click “Get Directions.” The directions will show up in the left-hand panel, with turn-by-turn instructions in the main panel.
Type in “Kansas City”
Kansas City is about 212 miles (341 km) from Springfield. The driving time is about 3 hours and 45 minutes.
Type in “Springfield, Missouri”
The next screen will ask you to “Type in your destination.” For this example, type in “Kansas City.” The results will show that Kansas City is 217 miles from Springfield, or about a 4 hour and 15 minute drive.
Directions
From Springfield, take Interstate 44 west toward Joplin. After approximately
Click on “Directions”
You can get directions for driving, public transit, walking, or biking on Google Maps. Whenever you see multiple routes, the best route to your destination is highlighted in blue. Other routes are in gray on the map.
If you’re in transit, you’ll also see a list of transit stops nearby. To see more information about a specific route, including step-by-step directions and estimated travel times, click Details.
If traffic is heavy, you may want to take a different route. You can avoid highways or tolls by unchecking the box next to Avoid highways or Avoid tolls.
Click on “Driving”
Start out by going Northeast on I-44 E. After 75 miles take exit 100A for US-71 S towards Ft. Scott. In 12 miles take a sharp left to stay on US-71 S/KS-7 S and continue to follow for 55 miles. In 750 feet take a slight right turn to stay on KS-7 S/US-69 S and then in 1.3 miles turn right onto Rainbow Blvd. The destination will be on the right in .9 miles.
Distance
The straight line distance between Kansas City and Springfield is 96.4 miles. If you drive non-stop for about 2 hours and 15 minutes, you will reach your destination. But of course, you can also take your time and enjoy the scenery along the way!
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The distance between Kansas City, Missouri and Springfield, Missouri is about 143 miles.
