How far is Madison, KS from Junction City, KS?
The driving distance from Madison, KS to Junction City, KS is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Junction City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Junction City.
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Start on 3rd Street
22 m · 8 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
128 m · 11 sec · West Lincoln Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1024 ft · 26 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto West Madison
1.4 km · 2 min · West Madison
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Turn right
19 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto West South Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West South Avenue
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Turn right onto Prairie Street
2680 ft · 1 min · Prairie Street
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Turn left onto West 6th Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · West 6th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
74 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Road G
2.5 mi · 3 min · Road G
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Continue on Road 200
2679 ft · 42 sec · Road 200
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Continue on Road F5
1.5 mi · 2 min · Road F5
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Continue on Americus Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Americus Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Road F
10 mi · 14 min · Road F
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Turn left
12.4 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto North Union Street
12.4 mi · 16 min · North Union Street
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto 7th Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · 7th Street
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Keep slight left
15.5 mi · 21 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Flint Hills Boulevard
1.2 km · 1 min · East Flint Hills Boulevard
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Continue on East 6th Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
40 m · 6 sec · North Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Junction City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
19 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Madison and Partly Sunny near Junction City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Junction City?
The road trip is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Bushong is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.9 miles from Madison and 67.7 miles from Junction City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.3 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:10 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.55 one way or $31.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Madison and Partly Sunny near Junction City.
Stop Ideas Near Bushong
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bushong.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Junction City. Straight-line distance: 72.24 mi (116.26 km).
#1 Madison
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 606 |
| Coordinates | 38.1355800, -96.1358300 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Junction City
City in and county seat of Geary County, Kansas
| Population | 21,482 |
| Coordinates | 39.0286100, -96.8314000 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Jefferson Street (-96.831441, 39.02861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.85 | $15.55 | $31.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.22 | $17.06 | $34.11 |
| Premium | $4.58 | $18.50 | $37.01 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $24.09 | $48.18 |
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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