How far is Ladysmith, KS from Wakefield, KS?
The driving distance from Ladysmith, KS to Wakefield, KS is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 18m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ladysmith and Wakefield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ladysmith and Wakefield.
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Start on Kiowa Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Kiowa Road
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Turn left onto 9th Road
3 mi · 7 min · 9th Road
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Turn right onto Navajo Road (1400)
2 mi · 4 min · Navajo Road (1400)
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Turn left onto 7th Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · 7th Road
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Continue on 10th Street
1675 ft · 33 sec · 10th Street
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Continue on Elm Street
1773 ft · 35 sec · Elm Street
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Turn straight onto 6th Street
1136 ft · 25 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto Birch Street
835 ft · 42 sec · Birch Street
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Turn left onto 4th Street
618 ft · 27 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on 4th Street
790 ft · 35 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ladysmith and Wakefield.
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.
7th Road
Turn left onto 7th Road
5.7 mi · 00h 10m
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 Partly Sunny near Wakefield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ladysmith to Wakefield?
The road trip is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Clay Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.7 miles from Ladysmith and 6.8 miles from Wakefield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.85 one way or $3.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ladysmith and Partly Sunny near Wakefield.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ladysmith and Wakefield. Straight-line distance: 10.38 mi (16.7 km).
#1 Ladysmith
Ladysmith is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.2713800, -97.1844700 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wakefield
City in Kansas
| Population | 920 |
| Coordinates | 39.2133300, -97.0055700 |
| Altitude | 348 |
| Country | United States |
End: 4th Street (-97.005585, 39.213109)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.85 | $1.85 | $3.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $2.03 | $4.05 |
| Premium | $4.58 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $2.86 | $5.72 |
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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