How far is Hutchinson, KS from Hesston, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Hesston, KS is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.6 miles (44.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Reno 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 Hutchinson and Hesston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Hesston.
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Start on the route
106 m · 28 sec
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Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
947 ft · 47 sec · East 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto North Maple Street
1190 ft · 36 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn right onto East 11th Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · East 11th Avenue
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Turn left onto Ken Kennedy Freeway
7.2 mi · 9 min · Ken Kennedy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right
1513 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto Medora Road
1253 ft · 27 sec · Medora Road
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Continue on East 85th Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · East 85th Avenue
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Continue on North Mayfield Road
1219 ft · 34 sec · North Mayfield Road
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Continue on East 82nd Avenue
6.9 mi · 10 min · East 82nd Avenue
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Continue on West Dutch Avenue
13.9 mi · 24 min · West Dutch Avenue
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Continue on Lincoln Boulevard
2185 ft · 40 sec · Lincoln Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Hesston Road, Old US 81
1079 ft · 22 sec · North Hesston Road, Old US 81
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Continue on Hesston Road
1945 ft · 41 sec · Hesston Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hesston Road, Old US 81
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Hesston.
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.
West Dutch Avenue
Continue on West Dutch Avenue
13.9 mi · 00h 24m
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 Rain Showers Likely near Hesston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Hesston?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Buhler is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Hutchinson and 16.2 miles from Hesston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.6 miles (44.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.98 one way or $9.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Hutchinson and Rain Showers Likely near Hesston.
Stop Ideas Near Buhler
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Hesston. Straight-line distance: 27.62 mi (44.45 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hesston
City in Harvey County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 3,736 |
| Coordinates | 38.1383400, -97.4314300 |
| Altitude | 451 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hesston (-97.43143, 38.13834)
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 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.61 | $11.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.14 | $12.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
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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