How far is Dunlap, KS from Wilsey, KS?
The driving distance from Dunlap, KS to Wilsey, KS is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dunlap and Wilsey.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunlap and Wilsey.
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Start on 4th Street
1794 ft · 1 min · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dunlap Road
8.3 mi · 20 min · Dunlap Road
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Continue on Walnut Street
795 ft · 22 sec · Walnut Street
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Keep slight right to continue on South 5th Street
747 ft · 28 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
10.4 mi · 15 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto 1800 Road
1.5 km · 2 min · 1800 Road
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Continue on North 1st Street
1185 ft · 36 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1106 ft · 49 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dunlap and Wilsey.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
10.4 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Dunlap and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wilsey.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dunlap to Wilsey?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Council Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Dunlap and 10.3 miles from Wilsey.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.75 one way or $5.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Dunlap and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wilsey.
Stop Ideas Near Council Grove
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 Council Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dunlap and Wilsey. Straight-line distance: 17.21 mi (27.7 km).
#1 Dunlap
Small city in Kansas, USA
| Population | 29 |
| Coordinates | 38.5764000, -96.3658300 |
| Altitude | 361 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilsey
City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 142 |
| Coordinates | 38.6361200, -96.6752900 |
| Altitude | 459 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilsey (-96.67529, 38.63612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.40 | $6.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
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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