How far is Hutchinson, KS from Goddard, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Goddard, KS is about 45.4 miles (73 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.8 miles (54.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and Goddard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Goddard.
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Start on East 7th Avenue
603 ft · 23 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
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto South Worthington Road
6.2 mi · 8 min · South Worthington Road
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Turn right onto East Silver Lake Road
1 mi · 1 min · East Silver Lake Road
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Turn left onto South Rayl Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · South Rayl Road
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Continue on North 343rd Street West
4.5 mi · 6 min · North 343rd Street West
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Take the ramp left toward US 54 East, US 400 East: Wichita
1157 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
8.6 mi · 10 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1624 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
34 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Goddard.
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.
Wichita
Continue on Wichita
16.6 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Hutchinson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Goddard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Goddard?
The road trip is about 45.4 miles (73 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Mount Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.7 miles from Hutchinson and 22.7 miles from Goddard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.8 miles (54.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.03 one way or $12.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Hutchinson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Goddard.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Hope
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 Mount Hope.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Goddard. Straight-line distance: 33.79 mi (54.38 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Goddard
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 4,962 |
| Coordinates | 37.6597400, -97.5753300 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
End: Goddard (-97.57533, 37.65974)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.03 | $12.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.80 | $13.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.49 | $16.97 |
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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