How far is Delavan, KS from Council Grove, KS?
The driving distance from Delavan, KS to Council Grove, KS is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.3 miles (27.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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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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 Morris County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Delavan and Council Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delavan and Council Grove.
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Start on 5th Street
17.5 mi · 22 min · 5th Street
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Turn left onto North Mission Street
62 m · 11 sec · North Mission Street
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Turn right
15 m · 4 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 Delavan and Council Grove.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
5th Street
Start on 5th Street
17.5 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
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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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Delavan and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Council Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Delavan to Council Grove?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Wilsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Delavan and 8.8 miles from Council Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.3 miles (27.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 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 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.34 one way or $4.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Delavan and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Council Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Wilsey
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Council Grove
Council Grove Water Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wilsey.
Newton
Topeka
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Delavan and Council Grove. Straight-line distance: 17.34 mi (27.91 km).
#1 Delavan
Delavan is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.6561200, -96.8133400 |
| Altitude | 458 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Grove
City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 2,100 |
| Coordinates | 38.6611200, -96.4919500 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.491997, 38.661216)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
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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