How far is Bennington, KS from Sumnerville, KS?
The driving distance from Bennington, KS to Sumnerville, KS is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington and Sumnerville.
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Start on the route
5 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto West Bennington Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Bennington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp right toward US 81 North: Concordia
1337 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
13.2 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto Quartz Road
3 mi · 12 min · Quartz Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 110th Road
2644 ft · 2 min · North 110th Road
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Turn right onto Quaker Road
1 km · 2 min · Quaker Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Quaker Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bennington and Sumnerville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 81 North
Merge slight left
13.2 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Bennington and Sunny near Sumnerville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bennington to Sumnerville?
The road trip is about 21.9 miles (35.2 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.9 miles from Bennington and 10.9 miles from Sumnerville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.90 one way or $5.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bennington and Sunny near Sumnerville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bennington and Sumnerville. Straight-line distance: 13.83 mi (22.25 km).
#1 Bennington
Human settlement in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 618 |
| Coordinates | 39.0305600, -97.5942000 |
| Altitude | 372 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sumnerville
Sumnerville is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.1975000, -97.7364300 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sumnerville (-97.73643, 39.1975)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.90 | $5.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.27 | $6.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.58 | $7.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
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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