How far is Lindsborg, KS from Derby, KS?
The driving distance from Lindsborg, KS to Derby, KS is about 81.4 miles (131 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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 01h 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Harvey 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 Lindsborg and Derby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lindsborg and Derby.
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Start on North 2nd Street
1601 ft · 1 min · North 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East McPherson Street
2207 ft · 46 sec · East McPherson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Cole Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Cole Street
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Turn left onto Smoky Valley Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · Smoky Valley Road
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Take the ramp right
948 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
40.2 mi · 40 min
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
26.3 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Pawnee Avenue
1004 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto East Pawnee Street
1365 ft · 29 sec · East Pawnee Street
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Turn left onto South Southeast Boulevard
7.3 mi · 11 min · South Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on North Baltimore Avenue
2237 ft · 45 sec · North Baltimore Avenue
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Turn left onto East Main Street
83 m · 17 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Lindsborg and Derby.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Smoky Valley Road
Merge slight left
40.2 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lindsborg and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Derby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lindsborg to Derby?
The road trip is about 81.4 miles (131 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
North Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.8 miles from Lindsborg and 40.6 miles from Derby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.82 one way or $21.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lindsborg and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Derby.
Stop Ideas Near North Newton
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 North Newton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lindsborg and Derby. Straight-line distance: 74.38 mi (119.7 km).
#1 Lindsborg
Town in Kansas, USA
| Population | 3,276 |
| Coordinates | 38.5736200, -97.6744800 |
| Altitude | 406 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Derby
City in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 25,145 |
| Coordinates | 37.5455700, -97.2689300 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Georgie (-97.268759, 37.545571)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.82 | $21.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.36 | $26.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
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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