How far is Hutchinson, KS from Chanute, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Chanute, KS is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Butler County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and Chanute.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Chanute.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
565 ft · 21 sec · East 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Avenue A
1156 ft · 29 sec · West Avenue A
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Turn right
1344 ft · 49 sec
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Continue on Woodie Seat Freeway
1.2 km · 1 min · Woodie Seat Freeway
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Wichita
41.9 mi · 46 min
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Continue on KS 254, El Dorado
29.7 mi · 37 min
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Continue straight
60.2 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Turn right onto South Fry Street
12.8 mi · 15 min · South Fry Street
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Continue straight
663 ft · 9 sec
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto North Plummer Avenue
2522 ft · 55 sec · North Plummer Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Steuben Avenue
918 ft · 40 sec · South Steuben Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Steuben Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Chanute.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
KS 254
Continue straight
60.2 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hutchinson and Sunny near Chanute.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Chanute?
The road trip is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?
Rosalia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.5 miles from Hutchinson and 81.7 miles from Chanute.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 10:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.72 one way or $43.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hutchinson and Sunny near Chanute.
Stop Ideas Near Rosalia
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 Rosalia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Chanute. Straight-line distance: 137.41 mi (221.14 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chanute
City in Neosho County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 8,991 |
| Coordinates | 37.6792100, -95.4572000 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chanute (-95.4572, 37.67921)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 263 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.72 | $43.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.50 | $48.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.81 | $53.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.55 | $61.10 |
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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