How far is Hutchinson, KS from Mulvane, KS?

The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Mulvane, KS is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 55.2 miles (88.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.79 mi
01h 25m
Flight
55.18 mi
88.8 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Hutchinson.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
55.18 mi
Kilometers
88.8 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.79 mi
Kilometers
107.49 km
Drive Time
01h 25m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mulvane
Thu, Apr 23, 1:03 AM CDT
Return by in Hutchinson
Thu, Apr 23, 2:28 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hutchinson
2026-04-22T23:37
Arrive Mulvane
Thu, Apr 23, 1:03 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hutchinson
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Colwich
KS

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

From Hutchinson
33.4 mi
00h 42m
To Mulvane
33.4 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 25 mph S
Destination
75°F
Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 23 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    1.1 km · 2 min · North Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Avenue A

    1156 ft · 29 sec · West Avenue A

  5. 5

    Turn right

    1344 ft · 49 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on Woodie Seat Freeway

    1.2 km · 1 min · Woodie Seat Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on North Main Street

    1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Wichita

    41.7 mi · 46 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 135 South, KS 96 East, US 81 South, KS 15 South

    1511 ft · 24 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    7.4 mi · 9 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward Pawnee Avenue

    1004 ft · 28 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Pawnee Street

    1365 ft · 29 sec · East Pawnee Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto South Southeast Boulevard

    7.3 mi · 11 min · South Southeast Boulevard

  14. 14

    Continue on North Baltimore Avenue

    1.5 mi · 2 min · North Baltimore Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on South Southeast Boulevard

    2.4 mi · 4 min · South Southeast Boulevard

  16. 16

    Continue on Eisenhower Memorial Highway

    1.5 km · 1 min · Eisenhower Memorial Highway

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North 2nd Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · North 2nd Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Prather Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Wichita
41.7 mi · 62%
South Southeast Boulevard
9.73 mi · 15%
I 135 South
7.66 mi · 11%
North Main Street
2.51 mi · 4%
North Baltimore Avenue
1.51 mi · 2%
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
0.95 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Wichita

Continue on Wichita

41.7 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 25m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.6 mi
55.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Colwich
00h 42m from Hutchinson
Leave By
3:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Hutchinson and Mostly Cloudy near Mulvane.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?

Colwich is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.4 miles from Hutchinson and 33.4 miles from Mulvane.

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

The direct path is about 55.2 miles (88.8 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 3:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.90 one way or $17.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Hutchinson and Mostly Cloudy near Mulvane.

Stop Ideas Near Colwich

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Colwich and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 12.8 mi away

City Hall Parking

Wichita , KS
455S N Main St, Wichita, KS 67202
Rating 2.0/5 2 reviews Parking lot
City of Wichita ​City Hall
Meeting point 12.7 mi away

City of Wichita ​City Hall

Wichita , KS
455 N Main St, Wichita, KS 67202
Rating 3.8/5 45 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.8 mi away

Wichita Municipal Court clerk

Wichita , KS
455 N Main St, Wichita, KS 67202
Rating 3.3/5 21 reviews City courthouse

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Colwich.

RAIL

Newton

34 mi away
414 North Main St.
RAIL

Hutchinson

46 mi away
North Walnut St & East 3rd Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Mulvane. Straight-line distance: 55.18 mi (88.8 km).

Hutchinson

#1 Hutchinson

The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.

Population40,209
Coordinates38.0608400, -97.9297700
Altitude468
CountryUnited States
Mulvane

#2 Mulvane

City in Kansas, United States of America

Population6,566
Coordinates37.4744600, -97.2439300
Altitude376
CountryUnited States
Start: Hutchinson (-97.92977, 38.06084)
End: Mulvane (-97.24393, 37.47446)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.36 gal
8.92 L · about $8.90
Round trip
$17.80
4.72 gal · 17.84 L
Estimated CO2
21 kg one way
Round trip: 41.9 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.90 $17.80
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.04 $20.07
Premium $4.65 $10.98 $21.97
Diesel $5.30 $12.52 $25.03

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Hutchinson and Mulvane. The current time is 23:37:35.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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