How far is Clay Center, KS from Wichita, KS?
The driving distance from Clay Center, KS to Wichita, KS is about 129 miles (207.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clay Center and Wichita.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clay Center and Wichita.
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Start on 6th Street
1248 ft · 34 sec · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Crawford Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Crawford Street
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Continue on 18th Road
11.8 mi · 14 min · 18th Road
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Continue on Eagle Road
16.2 mi · 19 min · Eagle Road
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Take the ramp left toward Salina
1520 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto 140th Road
99.5 mi · 1 hr 41 min · 140th Road
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Continue straight
22.2 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 13th Street
983 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 13th Street
159 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto East 13th Street North
1.2 km · 1 min · East 13th Street North
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto East Central Avenue
112 m · 15 sec · East Central Avenue
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Turn left onto North Market Street
109 m · 12 sec · North Market Street
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Turn right
57 m · 14 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 Clay Center and Wichita.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
140th Road
Merge slight left onto 140th Road
99.5 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Sunny leaving Clay Center and Sunny near Wichita.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clay Center to Wichita?
The road trip is about 129 miles (207.6 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Assaria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.9 miles from Clay Center and 52.2 miles from Wichita.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.16 one way or $34.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clay Center and Sunny near Wichita.
Stop Ideas Near Assaria
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 Assaria.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clay Center and Wichita. Straight-line distance: 116.97 mi (188.24 km).
#1 Clay Center
City in Kansas
| Population | 4,173 |
| Coordinates | 39.3769400, -97.1247400 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area.
| Population | 391,731 |
| Coordinates | 37.6922400, -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-97.33754, 37.692338)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.16 | $34.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.18 | $42.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.13 | $48.27 |
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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