How far is Hutchinson, KS from Hoxie, KS?

The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Hoxie, KS is about 205.5 miles (330.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 162.4 miles (261.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 56m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
205.47 mi
03h 58m
Flight
162.38 mi
261.32 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
162.38 mi
Kilometers
261.32 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
205.47 mi
Kilometers
330.67 km
Drive Time
03h 58m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hoxie
Tue, Jun 2, 5:53 AM CDT
Return by in Hutchinson
Tue, Jun 2, 9:52 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hutchinson
2026-06-02T01:55
Arrive Hoxie
Tue, Jun 2, 5:53 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:58 AM to 11:58 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hutchinson
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Russell
KS

City in the U.

From Hutchinson
102.7 mi
01h 59m
To Hoxie
102.8 mi
01h 59m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph E
Destination
81°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and Hoxie.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Hoxie.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    19 m · 7 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East 7th Avenue

    565 ft · 21 sec · East 7th Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    842 ft · 28 sec · North Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West 5th Avenue

    1.6 km · 3 min · West 5th Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on Nickerson Boulevard

    3.4 mi · 5 min · Nickerson Boulevard

  6. 6

    Continue on North Wilson Road

    1269 ft · 23 sec · North Wilson Road

  7. 7

    Take the ramp left toward Lyons, K-14 NORTH, K-96 WEST

    1941 ft · 26 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    49.2 mi · 59 min

  9. 9

    Turn right

    2.3 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto 15th Street

    2721 ft · 1 min · 15th Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 15th Road

    7.5 mi · 10 min · 15th Road

  12. 12

    Take the ramp left

    914 ft · 22 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    122.8 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward KS 23 North: Grainfield, Hoxie

    1079 ft · 27 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Gove 50

    17.5 mi · 31 min · Gove 50

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Oak Avenue

    11 m · 1 sec · Oak Avenue

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Oak Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Hoxie.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
123 mi · 60%
Lyons
49.6 mi · 24%
Gove 50
17.5 mi · 9%
15th Road
7.67 mi · 4%
Nickerson Boulevard
3.37 mi · 2%
West 5th Avenue
0.98 mi
Longest Stretch

Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

123 mi · 02h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 58m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.1 mi
162.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Russell
01h 59m from Hutchinson
Leave By
9:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hutchinson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoxie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Hoxie?

The road trip is about 205.5 miles (330.7 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?

Russell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.7 miles from Hutchinson and 102.8 miles from Hoxie.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 162.4 miles (261.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.1 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 9:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.34 one way or $54.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hutchinson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoxie.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Hoxie. Straight-line distance: 162.38 mi (261.32 km).

Hutchinson

#1 Hutchinson

The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.

Population40,209
Coordinates38.0608400, -97.9297700
Altitude468
CountryUnited States
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#2 Hoxie

Human settlement in Sheridan County, Kansas, United States of America

Population1,191
Coordinates39.3575000, -100.4418100
Altitude827
CountryUnited States
Start: Hutchinson (-97.92977, 38.06084)
End: Hoxie (-100.44181, 39.3575)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 331 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.25 gal
27.45 L · about $27.34
Round trip
$54.68
14.5 gal · 54.9 L
Estimated CO2
64.4 kg one way
Round trip: 128.9 kg / 284 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $27.34 $54.68
Mid-grade $4.25 $30.83 $61.67
Premium $4.65 $33.74 $67.48
Diesel $5.30 $38.45 $76.91

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kansas · Jun 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Hutchinson and Hoxie. The current time is 01:55:36.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.