Road trip from Champaign to Kansas City
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ITINERARY
7h 23m393 miles20 stops
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The Virginia Theatre
2
Cowboy Monkey
3
Pour Bros. Taproom
4
Centennial Park Champaign
5
State Farm Center
6
Krannert Art Museum
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Mount Hope Cemetery
8
Boneyard Creek Trail
9
Anne Garney Park
10
Spalation
Saplation is a Brand New Luxury Spa & Massage Retreat in Kansas City ,Mo. Everybody deserves to be pampered. Schedule your Spalation massage today.
11
AR Workshop Kansas City North
AR Workshop® is a boutique DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for creating custom, charming home decor from raw materials.
12
T-Shotz
So much more than your typical golf entertainment facility. We are your local hangout where you can spend time with friends and family having fun. T-Shotz is made by Kansas Citians for everyone to enjoy. There’s only one T-Shotz location, and it’s right here in your backyard.
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Line Creek Trail
14
Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
15
Museum of Illusions
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
16
Zona Rosa
17
Funny Bone Comedy Club
18
Bury the Hatchet
Bury the Hatchet is Kansas City’s Premier Axe Throwing experience. Want something fun & new to try out? Book now and bring your friends and family!
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Game Show Battle Rooms
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
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Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead
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OVERVIEW
Champaign to Kansas City
1
Start:The Virginia Theatre
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(64) review
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-3928
2
Start:Cowboy Monkey
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(7) review
6 E Taylor St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-4025
3
Start:Pour Bros. Taproom
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.0
(6) review
40 E University Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-4021
4
Start:Centennial Park Champaign
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Kirby St Crescent Dr, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
5
Start:State Farm Center
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(77) review
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6950
6
Start:Krannert Art Museum
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(54) review
500 E Peabody Dr, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6913
7
Start:Mount Hope Cemetery
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.0
(5) review
611 E Pennsylvania Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6940
8
Start:Boneyard Creek Trail
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(8) review
Champaign Park, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
9
Start:Anne Garney Park
Kansas City, Missouri·
3.5
(4) review
111th Terrace and N Woodland Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64155
10
Start:Spalation
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(7) review
Saplation is a Brand New Luxury Spa & Massage Retreat in Kansas City ,Mo. Everybody deserves to be pampered. Schedule your Spalation massage today.
11
Start:AR Workshop Kansas City North
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(1) review
AR Workshop® is a boutique DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for creating custom, charming home decor from raw materials.
12
Start:T-Shotz
Kansas City, Missouri·
3.5
(3) review
So much more than your typical golf entertainment facility. We are your local hangout where you can spend time with friends and family having fun. T-Shotz is made by Kansas Citians for everyone to enjoy. There’s only one T-Shotz location, and it’s right here in your backyard.
13
Start:Line Creek Trail
Kansas City, Missouri·
5.0
(9) review
2699 NW 60th St, Kansas City, MO 64151
14
Start:Howl at the Moon Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(96) review
Howl at the Moon Kansas City is the hottest spot in the Power and Light District! Our high-energy dueling pianos and amazing events make us the coolest spot for Kansas City nightlife! From company functions to happy hour with friends to bachelorette parties in Kansas City, the party is always at Howl at the Moon come and see us.
15
Start:Museum of Illusions
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(88) review
Enter the fascinating world of illusion which will trick your confidence in senses, but amaze you by doing so; the world that will both: educate and confuse you completely. Visit us and you will be thrilled because nothing is what it seems, especially not in the Museum of Illusions! Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? We offer you an intriguing visual, sensual and educational experience.
16
Start:Zona Rosa
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.5
(135) review
8640 N Dixson Ave, Kansas City, MO 64153-1936
17
Start:Funny Bone Comedy Club
Kansas City, Missouri·
4.0
(26) review
7260 NW 86th St, Kansas City, MO 64153-1949
18
Start:Bury the Hatchet
Overland Park, Kansas·
5.0
(854) review
Bury the Hatchet is Kansas City’s Premier Axe Throwing experience. Want something fun & new to try out? Book now and bring your friends and family!
19
Start:Game Show Battle Rooms
Overland Park, Kansas·
4.5
(9) review
You're IN the Game Show! Game Show Battle Rooms is one of the nation's only immersive game show experiences for everyone to enjoy. Face-off against your friends, family, or coworkers in our custom arenas playing classic game shows! All hosted by our entertaining and engaging hosts. Perfect for your next birthday party, friend or family outing, or your next corporate team-building event!
20
Start:Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead
Overland Park, Kansas·
5.0
(862) review
13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221-7803
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FAQ
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What's the driving distance between Champaign and Kansas City?
The distance is 393 miles
What's the travel time between Champaign and Kansas City?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 7h 23m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Champaign and Kansas City?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Kansas City?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Kansas City
What’s the weather like in Kansas City?
The weather in Kansas City is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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