How far is Douglass, KS from Salina, KS?
The driving distance from Douglass, KS to Salina, KS is about 116 miles (186.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.9 miles (155.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
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
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City in Harvey 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 Douglass and Salina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglass and Salina.
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Start on East 1st Street
2640 ft · 56 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn left
11.2 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto West 6th Avenue
1778 ft · 38 sec · West 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto Lulu Street
761 ft · 28 sec · Lulu Street
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Turn left onto West 7th Avenue
673 ft · 19 sec · West 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
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 135 North, KS 96 West, US 81 North, KS 15 North: Salina, Hutchinson
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
18 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
60.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 140
815 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto West State Street
2107 ft · 40 sec · West State Street
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Keep slight right
131 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto West State Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto North College Avenue
116 m · 16 sec · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
2400 ft · 1 min · West Iron Avenue
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
28 m · 4 sec · South 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Douglass and Salina.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 135 North
Continue straight
60.7 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Douglass and Sunny near Salina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Douglass to Salina?
The road trip is about 116 miles (186.7 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
North Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Douglass and 56.8 miles from Salina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.9 miles (155.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.42 one way or $30.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Douglass and Sunny near Salina.
Stop Ideas Near North Newton
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 North Newton.
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Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Douglass and Salina. Straight-line distance: 96.88 mi (155.91 km).
#1 Douglass
City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,646 |
| Coordinates | 37.5194600, -97.0128100 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas.
| Population | 46,274 |
| Coordinates | 38.8402800, -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 8th Street (-97.611466, 38.840281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 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 26m |
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 | $15.42 | $30.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.39 | $34.79 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.03 | $38.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.69 | $43.39 |
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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