How far is Attica, KS from Hays, KS?
The driving distance from Attica, KS to Hays, KS is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128 miles (206 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Stafford County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Attica and Hays.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Attica and Hays.
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Start on North Main Street
35 m · 8 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Avenue C
20.9 mi · 31 min · West Avenue C
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Turn right onto South Iliff Street
29 mi · 41 min · South Iliff Street
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Continue on South Main Street
22.2 mi · 34 min · South Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
51 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
28.3 mi · 35 min
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Turn left onto 10th Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · 10th Street
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Turn right
29.8 mi · 34 min
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Turn right
27.7 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left
89 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Attica and Hays.
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
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29.8 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Attica and Showers And Thunderstorms near Hays.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Attica to Hays?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.5 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Attica and 80.6 miles from Hays.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128 miles (206 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.2 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.46 one way or $42.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Attica and Showers And Thunderstorms near Hays.
Stop Ideas Near Hudson
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 Hudson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Attica and Hays. Straight-line distance: 128.01 mi (206.01 km).
#1 Attica
Human settlement in Harper County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 547 |
| Coordinates | 37.2414100, -98.2267400 |
| Altitude | 443 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hays
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 20,829 |
| Coordinates | 38.8791800, -99.3267700 |
| Altitude | 616 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-99.32671, 38.879268)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.46 | $42.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.48 | $52.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.18 | $60.36 |
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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