How far is Hutchinson, KS from North Newton, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to North Newton, KS is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.8 miles (51.2 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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.
Township in Logan County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and North Newton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and North Newton.
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Start on the route
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto East 7th Avenue
948 ft · 27 sec · East 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto North Maple Street
1.1 km · 2 min · North Maple Street
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Turn left onto East Avenue A
1.5 km · 2 min · East Avenue A
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Take the ramp slight right
907 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ken Kennedy Freeway
2391 ft · 39 sec · Ken Kennedy Freeway
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Continue on South Lorraine Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Lorraine Street
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Turn left
1435 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
28.3 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward South Meridian Road
1536 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on South Meridian Road
4.2 mi · 7 min · South Meridian Road
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Turn right onto Northwest 36th Street
83 m · 8 sec · Northwest 36th Street
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Turn right onto North Hesston Road, Old US 81
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Hesston Road, Old US 81
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Continue on Old Highway 81
682 ft · 17 sec · Old Highway 81
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Turn left onto West 24th Street
2562 ft · 1 min · West 24th Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
49 m · 4 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and North Newton.
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.
South Lorraine Street
Merge slight left
28.3 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hutchinson and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Newton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to North Newton?
The road trip is about 38.6 miles (62.1 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?
Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Hutchinson and 19.3 miles from North Newton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 $5.13 one way or $10.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hutchinson and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Newton.
Stop Ideas Near Paxton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and North Newton. Straight-line distance: 31.79 mi (51.16 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Newton
City in Harvey County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,762 |
| Coordinates | 38.0722300, -97.3455900 |
| Altitude | 438 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Newton (-97.34559, 38.07223)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.33 | $12.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.21 | $14.43 |
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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