How far is Marshfield, MO from Kansas City, MO?
The driving distance from Marshfield, MO to Kansas City, MO is about 186.8 miles (300.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.8 miles (244.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marshfield and Kansas City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshfield and Kansas City.
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Start on North Clay Street
153 m · 24 sec · North Clay Street
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Turn right onto West Jackson Street
3140 ft · 2 min · West Jackson Street
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Continue on West Washington Street
1008 ft · 31 sec · West Washington Street
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Continue on Spur Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Spur Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 523
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Road 523
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Keep slight right to continue on County Road 523
4.7 mi · 6 min · County Road 523
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Keep slight left
7.1 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight right
145 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto South Grove Road
1068 ft · 17 sec · South Grove Road
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Continue on East Old Mill Road
3 mi · 5 min · East Old Mill Road
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Continue straight
9.2 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
76.3 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Continue straight
35.9 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North, US 71 North, MO 7 North: Kansas City
37.9 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 11th Street, Downtown
1637 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto East 11th Street
1731 ft · 1 min · East 11th Street
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Turn left onto Oak Street
141 m · 15 sec · Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marshfield and Kansas City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
76.3 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marshfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kansas City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marshfield to Kansas City?
The road trip is about 186.8 miles (300.6 km) and usually takes 02h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brownington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89 miles from Marshfield and 97.8 miles from Kansas City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.8 miles (244.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.85 one way or $49.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marshfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kansas City.
Stop Ideas Near Brownington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brownington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marshfield and Kansas City. Straight-line distance: 151.78 mi (244.26 km).
#1 Marshfield
City in Missouri
| Population | 7,678 |
| Coordinates | 37.3386600, -92.9071200 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kansas City
The third most populous city in Missouri and the center of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
| Population | 495,327 |
| Coordinates | 39.0997300, -94.5785700 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oak Street (-94.578571, 39.099732)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 301 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.85 | $49.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.03 | $56.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.67 | $61.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.95 | $69.91 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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