How far is Ladysmith, KS from Longford, KS?
The driving distance from Ladysmith, KS to Longford, KS is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.6 miles (17 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ladysmith and Longford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ladysmith and Longford.
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Start on Kiowa Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Kiowa Road
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Turn right onto 9th Road
2 mi · 5 min · 9th Road
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Turn left onto Indian Road
5 mi · 12 min · Indian Road
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Turn right onto 4th Road
5.8 mi · 14 min · 4th Road
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Turn left onto Santa Fe Avenue
2324 ft · 2 min · Santa Fe Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Santa Fe Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ladysmith and Longford.
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.
4th Road
Turn right onto 4th Road
5.81 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ladysmith and Mostly Sunny near Longford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ladysmith to Longford?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oak Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.4 miles from Ladysmith and 7.8 miles from Longford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.6 miles (17 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.03 one way or $4.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ladysmith and Mostly Sunny near Longford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ladysmith and Longford. Straight-line distance: 10.53 mi (16.95 km).
#1 Ladysmith
Ladysmith is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.2713800, -97.1844700 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Longford
Human settlement in Clay County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 73 |
| Coordinates | 39.1700000, -97.3314100 |
| Altitude | 408 |
| Country | United States |
End: Santa Fe Avenue (-97.331115, 39.170004)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $3.82 | $2.03 | $4.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $3.14 | $6.28 |
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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