How far is Atchison, KS from Andover, KS?
The driving distance from Atchison, KS to Andover, KS is about 179.6 miles (289.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 167.8 miles (270 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Atchison and Andover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atchison and Andover.
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Start on Kansas Avenue
102 m · 11 sec · Kansas Avenue
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
1194 ft · 37 sec · North 6th Street
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Turn right onto Skyway Highway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Skyway Highway
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Continue on US 59 Highway
15 mi · 18 min · US 59 Highway
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Continue straight
29.3 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight left
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
124.4 mi · 2 hr 4 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Andover
1219 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
876 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto East 21st Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East 21st Street
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Turn left onto North Andover Road
1 km · 1 min · North Andover Road
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
104 m · 20 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
20 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Atchison and Andover.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Kansas Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
124 mi · 02h 04m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Atchison and Partly Cloudy near Andover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Atchison to Andover?
The road trip is about 179.6 miles (289.1 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Admire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.7 miles from Atchison and 89.9 miles from Andover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.8 miles (270 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.91 one way or $47.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Atchison and Partly Cloudy near Andover.
Stop Ideas Near Admire
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 Admire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Atchison and Andover. Straight-line distance: 167.76 mi (269.98 km).
#1 Atchison
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 10,427 |
| Coordinates | 39.5630500, -95.1216400 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Andover
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 13,672 |
| Coordinates | 37.7139000, -97.1364300 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-97.136329, 37.713898)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.96 | $53.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.51 | $59.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.63 | $67.25 |
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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