How far is Dwight, KS from Delavan, KS?
The driving distance from Dwight, KS to Delavan, KS is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.6 miles (28.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 16m 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 Dwight and Delavan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dwight and Delavan.
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Start on Osage Street
57 m · 14 sec · Osage Street
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Turn left onto 7th Street
1354 ft · 33 sec · 7th Street
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Continue straight
10.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn slight left
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dwight and Delavan.
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.
7th Street
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10.9 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Dwight and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Delavan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dwight to Delavan?
The road trip is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
White City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.5 miles from Dwight and 12.5 miles from Delavan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.6 miles (28.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.32 one way or $6.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Dwight and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Delavan.
Stop Ideas Near White City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dwight and Delavan. Straight-line distance: 17.6 mi (28.33 km).
#1 Dwight
City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 255 |
| Coordinates | 38.8444500, -96.5933400 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Delavan
Delavan is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.6561200, -96.8133400 |
| Altitude | 458 |
| Country | United States |
End: Delavan (-96.81334, 38.65612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.10 | $8.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
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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