How far is La Cygne, KS from Fort Scott, KS?
The driving distance from La Cygne, KS to Fort Scott, KS is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Linn County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Cygne and Fort Scott.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Cygne and Fort Scott.
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Start on North 4th Street
1716 ft · 52 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Market Street
4.3 mi · 8 min · East Market Street
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Take the ramp right
1308 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
35.9 mi · 36 min
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1215 ft · 36 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto South National Avenue
114 m · 15 sec · South National Avenue
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
85 m · 12 sec · West 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Cygne and Fort Scott.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Market Street
Merge slight left
35.9 mi · 00h 36m
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 leaving La Cygne and Mostly Sunny near Fort Scott.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Cygne to Fort Scott?
The road trip is about 41.1 miles (66.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Pleasanton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from La Cygne and 20.6 miles from Fort Scott.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around La Cygne and Mostly Sunny near Fort Scott.
Stop Ideas Near Pleasanton
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 Pleasanton.
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Union Station
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Cygne and Fort Scott. Straight-line distance: 35.37 mi (56.93 km).
#1 La Cygne
City in Linn County, Kansas
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 38.3500200, -94.7613500 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Scott
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 7,648 |
| Coordinates | 37.8397600, -94.7083000 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Scott (-94.7083, 37.83976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.18 | $6.06 | $12.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.52 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Premium | $4.89 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| Diesel | $6.25 | $9.06 | $18.12 |
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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