How far is Longford, KS from Ladysmith, KS?
The driving distance from Longford, KS to Ladysmith, KS is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.6 miles (17 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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 38m.
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 Longford and Ladysmith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longford and Ladysmith.
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Start on Santa Fe Avenue
2324 ft · 2 min · Santa Fe Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 4th Road
5.8 mi · 14 min · 4th Road
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Turn left onto Indian Road
5 mi · 12 min · Indian Road
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Turn right onto 9th Road
2 mi · 5 min · 9th Road
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Turn left onto Kiowa Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Kiowa Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kiowa Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Longford and Ladysmith.
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
At the end of the 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 Cloudy leaving Longford and Mostly Sunny near Ladysmith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Longford to Ladysmith?
The road trip is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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 Longford and 7.4 miles from Ladysmith.
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 4.2 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 7:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.99 one way or $3.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Longford and Mostly Sunny near Ladysmith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Longford and Ladysmith. Straight-line distance: 10.53 mi (16.95 km).
#1 Longford
Human settlement in Clay County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 73 |
| Coordinates | 39.1700000, -97.3314100 |
| Altitude | 408 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ladysmith
Ladysmith is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.2713800, -97.1844700 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ladysmith (-97.18447, 39.27138)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.82 | $1.99 | $3.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $2.18 | $4.36 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $3.08 | $6.16 |
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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