How far is Arkansas City, KS from Pittsburg, KS?
The driving distance from Arkansas City, KS to Pittsburg, KS is about 151.6 miles (243.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.6 miles (210.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arkansas City and Pittsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arkansas City and Pittsburg.
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Start on the route
97 m · 29 sec
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Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
541 ft · 31 sec · East 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto South B Street
880 ft · 34 sec · South B Street
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Turn right onto East Chestnut Avenue
2521 ft · 1 min · East Chestnut Avenue
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Turn left onto Walnut Valley Green Way
1 mi · 1 min · Walnut Valley Green Way
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Kansas Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · East Kansas Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Kansas Avenue
62.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min · East Kansas Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
1735 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
16 mi · 18 min
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Continue on West Main Street
10 mi · 16 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
1136 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp right toward US 400 East
1732 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
46.2 mi · 54 min
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Turn left
5.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
20 m · 3 sec · North Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arkansas City and Pittsburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Kansas Avenue
Exit the roundabout onto East Kansas Avenue
62.5 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Arkansas City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arkansas City to Pittsburg?
The road trip is about 151.6 miles (243.9 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Bolton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Arkansas City and 75.2 miles from Pittsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.6 miles (210.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.17 one way or $40.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Arkansas City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Bolton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arkansas City and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 130.6 mi (210.18 km).
#1 Arkansas City
City in Cowley County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 11,669 |
| Coordinates | 37.0619700, -97.0383700 |
| Altitude | 341 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pittsburg
City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States
| Population | 19,968 |
| Coordinates | 37.4108800, -94.7049600 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Broadway Street (-94.704831, 37.410882)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.17 | $40.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.90 | $49.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.38 | $56.75 |
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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