How far is Hutchinson, KS from Peabody, KS?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, KS to Peabody, KS is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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 Harvey County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and Peabody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Peabody.
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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
30.9 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
14.8 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto Peabody Street
87 m · 13 sec · Peabody Street
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Turn left onto West 9th Street
2735 ft · 1 min · West 9th Street
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Turn right onto North Walnut Street
1860 ft · 51 sec · North Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Peabody.
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
30.9 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hutchinson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peabody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Peabody?
The road trip is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Halstead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Hutchinson and 26.6 miles from Peabody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.4 miles (73 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.09 one way or $14.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hutchinson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peabody.
Stop Ideas Near Halstead
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 Halstead.
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Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Peabody. Straight-line distance: 45.37 mi (73.01 km).
#1 Hutchinson
The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.
| Population | 40,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.0608400, -97.9297700 |
| Altitude | 468 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peabody
Township in Marion County, Kansas
| Population | 1,079 |
| Coordinates | 38.1694600, -97.1067000 |
| Altitude | 420 |
| Country | United States |
End: Peabody (-97.1067, 38.16946)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.00 | $15.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
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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