How far is Hays, KS from Attica, KS?
The driving distance from Hays, KS to Attica, KS is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128 miles (206 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Town in Stafford County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hays and Attica.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hays and Attica.
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Start on the route
89 m · 24 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto East 8th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto Vine Street
1752 ft · 45 sec · Vine Street
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Continue on 250th Avenue
27.4 mi · 34 min · 250th Avenue
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Turn left onto Union Street
29.8 mi · 34 min · Union Street
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Turn left onto 10th Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · 10th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
28.3 mi · 35 min · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
49 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
51.2 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Fowler Avenue
20.9 mi · 31 min · West Fowler Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
35 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hays and Attica.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Exit the roundabout
51.2 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hays and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Attica.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hays to Attica?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.4 km) and usually takes 03h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Hays and 80.6 miles from Attica.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128 miles (206 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.31 one way or $42.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hays and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Attica.
Stop Ideas Near Hudson
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 Hudson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hays and Attica. Straight-line distance: 128.01 mi (206.01 km).
#1 Hays
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 20,829 |
| Coordinates | 38.8791800, -99.3267700 |
| Altitude | 616 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Attica
Human settlement in Harper County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 547 |
| Coordinates | 37.2414100, -98.2267400 |
| Altitude | 443 |
| Country | United States |
End: Attica (-98.22674, 37.24141)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.03 | $48.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.30 | $52.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.97 | $59.94 |
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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