How far is Bushong, KS from Emporia, KS?
The driving distance from Bushong, KS to Emporia, KS is about 20.4 miles (32.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17 miles (27.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m 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 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lyon County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bushong and Emporia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushong and Emporia.
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Start on Main Street
15 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1250 ft · 1 min · West 3rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Road F
8.9 mi · 12 min · Road F
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Americus Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · Americus Road
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Continue straight
2033 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Road F5
1.5 km · 1 min · Road F5
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Continue on Road 200
2326 ft · 36 sec · Road 200
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Turn straight onto Road G
2.5 mi · 4 min · Road G
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Turn left
1.3 km · 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 50 East, Emporia
59 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 50 East, Emporia
2.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Merchant Street
134 m · 14 sec · Merchant Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
18 m · 3 sec · West 5th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 5th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bushong and Emporia.
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.
Road F
At the end of the road, turn left onto Road F
8.89 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Bushong and Partly Sunny near Emporia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bushong to Emporia?
The road trip is about 20.4 miles (32.8 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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?
Americus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.2 miles from Bushong and 10.2 miles from Emporia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17 miles (27.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.87 one way or $5.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bushong and Partly Sunny near Emporia.
Stop Ideas Near Americus
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 Americus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bushong and Emporia. Straight-line distance: 17.02 mi (27.39 km).
#1 Bushong
Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 33 |
| Coordinates | 38.6430600, -96.2572200 |
| Altitude | 424 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Emporia
County seat of Lyon County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 858 |
| Coordinates | 38.4039000, -96.1816600 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
End: Emporia (-96.18166, 38.4039)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.98 | $2.87 | $5.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.33 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Premium | $4.70 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
| Diesel | $6.08 | $4.38 | $8.76 |
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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