How far is Ellinwood, KS from Olmitz, KS?
The driving distance from Ellinwood, KS to Olmitz, KS is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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 00h 47m.
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 Barton 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 Ellinwood and Olmitz.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellinwood and Olmitz.
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Start on East 2nd Street
27 m · 9 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
734 ft · 36 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Santa Fe Boulevard
9.4 mi · 11 min · West Santa Fe Boulevard
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Turn right
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
10.1 mi · 15 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West 9th Street
3135 ft · 1 min · West 9th Street
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Continue on Northwest 110 Road
9 mi · 10 min · Northwest 110 Road
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Turn left onto Northwest 90 Avenue
1.3 mi · 5 min · Northwest 90 Avenue
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Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
1330 ft · 1 min · Cleveland Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
29 m · 4 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 Ellinwood and Olmitz.
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.
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
10.1 mi · 00h 15m
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 Ellinwood and Sunny near Olmitz.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ellinwood to Olmitz?
The road trip is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Hoisington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.1 miles from Ellinwood and 16.1 miles from Olmitz.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.30 one way or $8.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ellinwood and Sunny near Olmitz.
Stop Ideas Near Hoisington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Great Bend City Hall
Ellinwood City Administrator
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hoisington.
Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ellinwood and Olmitz. Straight-line distance: 22.23 mi (35.78 km).
#1 Ellinwood
City in Barton County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,932 |
| Coordinates | 38.3555700, -98.5809100 |
| Altitude | 546 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Olmitz
City in Barton County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 105 |
| Coordinates | 38.5166800, -98.9364800 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| Country | United States |
End: Olmitz (-98.93648, 38.51668)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.30 | $8.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.05 | $12.09 |
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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