How far is Chanute, KS from Derby, KS?
The driving distance from Chanute, KS to Derby, KS is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.6 miles (160.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m 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 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Greenwood County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chanute and Derby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chanute and Derby.
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Start on South Steuben Avenue
918 ft · 45 sec · South Steuben Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Plummer Avenue
2522 ft · 55 sec · North Plummer Avenue
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Turn left onto West Cherry Street
4.3 mi · 5 min · West Cherry Street
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Continue straight
6.7 mi · 8 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn left
14.8 mi · 26 min
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Turn right
71.7 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, KS 96: Kansas Turnpike
1522 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
1392 ft · 18 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35: Kansas Turnpike, 127th Street East
1617 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right
869 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35 South: Kansas Turnpike South, Wichita, Oklahoma City
1369 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
7.5 mi · 7 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 15: Wichita K-15
2608 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Turnpike Drive
1143 ft · 19 sec · Turnpike Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Southeast Boulevard
5.1 mi · 8 min · South Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on North Baltimore Avenue
2237 ft · 45 sec · North Baltimore Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
83 m · 17 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Chanute and Derby.
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
Turn right
71.7 mi · 01h 25m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chanute and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Derby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chanute to Derby?
The road trip is about 116.5 miles (187.5 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Severy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Chanute and 59.2 miles from Derby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.6 miles (160.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.50 one way or $31.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chanute and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Derby.
Stop Ideas Near Severy
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 Severy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chanute and Derby. Straight-line distance: 99.59 mi (160.27 km).
#1 Chanute
City in Neosho County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 8,991 |
| Coordinates | 37.6792100, -95.4572000 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Derby
City in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 25,145 |
| Coordinates | 37.5455700, -97.2689300 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Georgie (-97.268759, 37.545571)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.48 | $34.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.13 | $38.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.80 | $43.60 |
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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