How far is Hepler, KS from Pittsburg, KS?
The driving distance from Hepler, KS to Pittsburg, KS is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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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Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hepler and Pittsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hepler and Pittsburg.
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Start on North Walnut Street
11 m · 7 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
121 m · 23 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Prairie Avenue
4.1 mi · 7 min · North Prairie Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West 680th Avenue
6.5 mi · 11 min · West 680th Avenue
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Turn left onto West 620th Avenue
5.7 mi · 10 min · West 620th Avenue
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Continue on West Saint John Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Saint John Street
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Continue on East 620th Avenue
7 mi · 8 min · East 620th Avenue
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Turn right
5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Atkinson Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Atkinson Road
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
20 m · 3 sec · North Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hepler and Pittsburg.
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 620th Avenue
Continue on East 620th Avenue
7.03 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Hepler and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Pittsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hepler to Pittsburg?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Girard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Hepler and 16.5 miles from Pittsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.47 one way or $8.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny around Hepler and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Pittsburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hepler and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 22.52 mi (36.24 km).
#1 Hepler
City in Crawford County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 133 |
| Coordinates | 37.6611600, -94.9683000 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pittsburg
City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States
| Population | 19,968 |
| Coordinates | 37.4108800, -94.7049600 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pittsburg (-94.70496, 37.41088)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 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 | $3.82 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
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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