How far is Columbus, KS from Derby, KS?
The driving distance from Columbus, KS to Derby, KS is about 170.5 miles (274.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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 55m.
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 Wilson 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 Columbus and Derby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Derby.
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Start on the route
27 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto South Pennsylvania Avenue
55 m · 10 sec · South Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto West Pine Street
111 m · 21 sec · West Pine Street
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Turn left onto South Kansas Avenue
3227 ft · 2 min · South Kansas Avenue
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Turn right
3170 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto North East Avenue
11.1 mi · 17 min · North East Avenue
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Turn left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
52 m · 2 sec · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
61.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
7.3 mi · 9 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on East 7th Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · East 7th Avenue
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
10.6 mi · 13 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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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 · 44 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 Columbus and Derby.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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63.5 mi · 01h 13m
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 Columbus and Sunny near Derby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Derby?
The road trip is about 170.5 miles (274.4 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
New Albany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.5 miles from Columbus and 85 miles from Derby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.7 miles (218.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.70 one way or $45.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Derby.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Derby. Straight-line distance: 135.68 mi (218.36 km).
#1 Columbus
City in Cherokee County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 3,006 |
| Coordinates | 37.1692300, -94.8441200 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $22.70 | $45.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.60 | $51.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.02 | $56.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
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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