How far is Kechi, KS from Hays, KS?
Fastest route
The distance from Kechi, Kansas, to Hays, Kansas 67601, is approximately 170 miles (273 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 2 hours and 42 minutes via KS-14 N and I-70 W.
Directions
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🚗 Get on KS-254 W from S Oliver St
- Head south on Sioux St toward East 61st St N/W Kechi Rd
- Turn left onto East 61st St N/W Kechi Rd
- Turn right onto S Oliver St
- Turn right to merge onto KS-254 W toward Wichita
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🛣️ Follow KS-96 W and KS-14 N to KS-140 W/E 15th St in Ellsworth
- Keep right at the fork to continue on KS-96 W, follow signs for Hutchinson
- Turn left to merge onto US-50 W/W Illinois Ave toward Kinsley
- Exit onto KS-14 N/KS-96 W toward Lyons
- Continue straight to stay on KS-14 N/KS-96 W
- Continue to follow KS-14 N
- Pass by NAPA Auto Parts - Wheatland Auto Parts LLC (on the right in 7 mi)
- Pass by Pizza Hut (on the left in 2.1 mi)
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🗺️ Get on I-70 W in Wilson from Old U.S. 40
- Turn left onto KS-140 W/E 15th St
- Continue straight onto W 15th St/Ave J/Old U.S. 40
- Continue to follow Old U.S. 40
- Turn right onto KS-232 N/2nd Rd/Ave A
- Continue to follow KS-232 N/2nd Rd
- Turn left to merge onto I-70 W toward Russell
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🚙 Follow I-70 W to Commerce Pkwy in Big Creek. Take exit 161 from I-70 W
- Take exit 161 for Commerce Parkway
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🚦 Take 27th St to your destination in Hays
- Turn right onto Commerce Pkwy
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto 27th St/Airbase Rd
- Continue to follow 27th St
- Pass by Jimmy John's (on the left in 1.9 mi)
Tips & Suggestions
- ⛽ Plan for pit stops along the way, as it's a considerable distance.
- 🚓 Observe speed limits and traffic regulations to ensure a safe journey.
- 🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates before starting your trip.
- 🥤 Stay hydrated during the drive and keep some snacks handy.
- 🚗 Consider carpooling with friends or family to make the trip more enjoyable.
- 🧭 Use a reliable navigation app or GPS to stay on the right track.
- 🏨 If your trip is long, book accommodation in Hays in advance to avoid last-minute hassles.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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 02h 34m.
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.
Human settlement in Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kechi and Hays.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kechi and Hays.
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Start on East 61st Street North
2.6 mi · 5 min · East 61st Street North
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Take the ramp right toward I 135 North, US 81, KS 15: Salina
1152 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
16.1 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
63.2 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West: Hays
1185 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
91.3 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183, Hays, Stockton
1010 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Vine Street
79 m · 7 sec · North Vine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward North Vine Street
104 m · 5 sec · North Vine Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Vine Street
944 ft · 21 sec · North Vine Street
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Continue on North Vine Street
99 m · 8 sec · North Vine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Vine Street
40 m · 2 sec · North Vine Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Vine Street
1172 ft · 29 sec · North Vine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Vine Street
104 m · 8 sec · North Vine Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Vine Street
2425 ft · 1 min · North Vine Street
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Turn right onto East 27th Street
1218 ft · 30 sec · East 27th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2212 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
574 ft · 18 sec · Main Street
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Turn right
89 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kechi and Hays.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
91.3 mi · 01h 31m
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 leaving Kechi and Sunny near Hays.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kechi to Hays?
The road trip is about 177.8 miles (286.1 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Trenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.9 miles from Kechi and 88.9 miles from Hays.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.64 one way or $47.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Kechi and Sunny near Hays.
Stop Ideas Near Trenton
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 Trenton.
Hutchinson
Newton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kechi and Hays. Straight-line distance: 133.83 mi (215.38 km).
#1 Kechi
City in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,109 |
| Coordinates | 37.7958500, -97.2794900 |
| Altitude | 421 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hays
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 20,829 |
| Coordinates | 38.8791800, -99.3267700 |
| Altitude | 616 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-99.32671, 38.879268)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 286 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.64 | $47.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.67 | $53.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.18 | $58.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.26 | $66.51 |
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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