How far is Leoti, KS from Hutchinson, KS?

The driving distance from Leoti, KS to Hutchinson, KS is about 209.8 miles (337.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
209.84 mi
03h 34m
Flight
188.23 mi
302.93 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
188.23 mi
Kilometers
302.93 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
209.84 mi
Kilometers
337.7 km
Drive Time
03h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hutchinson
Sat, Apr 18, 11:55 AM CDT
Return by in Leoti
Sat, Apr 18, 3:29 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Leoti
2026-04-18T08:20
Arrive Hutchinson
Sat, Apr 18, 11:55 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:35 AM to 11:35 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:50 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Leoti
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Alexander
KS

City in Kansas

From Leoti
101.4 mi
01h 47m
To Hutchinson
108.4 mi
01h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
61°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NW
Destination
62°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 21 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Leoti and Hutchinson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leoti and Hutchinson.

  1. 1

    Start on South 4th Street

    612 ft · 13 sec · South 4th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Broadway Street

    142 mi · 2 hr 50 min · Broadway Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 10th Street

    12.4 mi · 18 min · 10th Street

  4. 4

    Continue on East Santa Fe Avenue

    20.3 mi · 23 min · East Santa Fe Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto South Grand Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · South Grand Avenue

  6. 6

    Continue on North Broadway Avenue

    22.4 mi · 26 min · North Broadway Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Wilson Rd, Nickerson Blvd

    2090 ft · 59 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto North Wilson Road

    145 m · 7 sec · North Wilson Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Nickerson Boulevard

    3.4 mi · 5 min · Nickerson Boulevard

  10. 10

    Continue on West 5th Avenue

    1.6 km · 3 min · West 5th Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    842 ft · 26 sec · North Main Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East 7th Avenue

    565 ft · 22 sec · East 7th Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn left

    19 m · 5 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Leoti and Hutchinson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Broadway Street
142 mi · 68%
North Broadway Avenue
22.4 mi · 11%
East Santa Fe Avenue
20.3 mi · 10%
10th Street
12.4 mi · 6%
Nickerson Boulevard
3.37 mi · 2%
South Grand Avenue
1 mi
Longest Stretch

Broadway Street

Turn right onto Broadway Street

142 mi · 02h 50m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.6 mi
188.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alexander
01h 47m from Leoti
Leave By
9:50 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny leaving Leoti and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hutchinson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Leoti to Hutchinson?

The road trip is about 209.8 miles (337.7 km) and usually takes 03h 34m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Alexander is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.4 miles from Leoti and 108.4 miles from Hutchinson.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:50 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.91 one way or $55.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny around Leoti and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hutchinson.

Stop Ideas Near Alexander

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Alexander, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alexander.

RAIL

Dodge City

89 mi away
Central Ave & Wyatt Earp St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Leoti and Hutchinson. Straight-line distance: 188.23 mi (302.93 km).

Leoti

#1 Leoti

City in Kansas

Population1,420
Coordinates38.4797400, -101.3587700
Altitude1006
CountryUnited States
Hutchinson

#2 Hutchinson

The county seat of Reno County, Kansas.

Population40,209
Coordinates38.0608400, -97.9297700
Altitude468
CountryUnited States
Start: South 4th Street (-101.358329, 38.479743)
End: East 7th Avenue (-97.92977, 38.060748)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 338 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.4 gal
28.03 L · about $27.91
Round trip
$55.81
14.8 gal · 56.06 L
Estimated CO2
65.8 kg one way
Round trip: 131.5 kg / 290 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $27.91 $55.81
Mid-grade $4.25 $31.47 $62.94
Premium $4.65 $34.44 $68.88
Diesel $5.30 $39.25 $78.50

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kansas · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Leoti and Hutchinson. The current time is 08:20:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.