How far is La Crosse, KS from Wichita, KS?
The driving distance from La Crosse, KS to Wichita, KS is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Wichita.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Wichita.
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Start on Peace Street
1245 ft · 57 sec · Peace Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
99 m · 22 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Union Street
29.8 mi · 34 min · Union Street
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Turn left onto 10th Street
12.4 mi · 18 min · 10th Street
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Continue on East Santa Fe Avenue
20.3 mi · 23 min · East Santa Fe Avenue
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Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Continue on North Broadway Avenue
29.1 mi · 34 min · North Broadway Avenue
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 96
1047 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Wichita
40.7 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Broadway Avenue
2584 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
4.2 mi · 8 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto East Central Avenue
112 m · 15 sec · East Central Avenue
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Turn left onto North Market Street
109 m · 12 sec · North Market Street
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Turn right
57 m · 14 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 La Crosse and Wichita.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right onto Wichita
40.7 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving La Crosse and Mostly Sunny near Wichita.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Wichita?
The road trip is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Sterling is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.1 miles from La Crosse and 86.6 miles from Wichita.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.9 miles (196.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.7 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.12 one way or $42.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around La Crosse and Mostly Sunny near Wichita.
Stop Ideas Near Sterling
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 Sterling.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Wichita. Straight-line distance: 121.84 mi (196.08 km).
#1 La Crosse
City in Kansas
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 38.5314000, -99.3087200 |
| Altitude | 627 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area.
| Population | 391,731 |
| Coordinates | 37.6922400, -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-97.33754, 37.692338)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.12 | $42.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.82 | $47.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.06 | $52.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.70 | $59.40 |
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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