How far is Hutchinson, KS from Moundridge, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Moundridge, KS is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in McPherson 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 Moundridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Moundridge.
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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
18.9 mi · 21 min · Ken Kennedy Freeway
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Turn right onto Comanche Road
7.9 mi · 12 min · Comanche Road
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Take the ramp right
1311 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 260 East: Moundridge
1492 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto 22nd Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · 22nd Avenue
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Continue on Christian Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Christian Avenue
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Turn right onto Cole Street
16 m · 2 sec · Cole Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cole Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Moundridge.
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.
Ken Kennedy Freeway
Turn left onto Ken Kennedy Freeway
18.9 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Sunny leaving Hutchinson and Sunny near Moundridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Moundridge?
The road trip is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Inman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Hutchinson and 18 miles from Moundridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.79 one way or $9.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hutchinson and Sunny near Moundridge.
Stop Ideas Near Inman
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 Inman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Moundridge. Straight-line distance: 24.38 mi (39.24 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Moundridge
City in McPherson County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,861 |
| Coordinates | 38.2030700, -97.5192100 |
| Altitude | 455 |
| Country | United States |
End: Moundridge (-97.51921, 38.20307)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
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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