How far is Manhattan, KS from Salina, KS?
The driving distance from Manhattan, KS to Salina, KS is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Manhattan and Salina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan and Salina.
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Start on Fremont Street
136 m · 27 sec · Fremont Street
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Turn left onto North 11th Street
1516 ft · 46 sec · North 11th Street
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Turn right onto Poyntz Avenue
933 ft · 32 sec · Poyntz Avenue
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Turn left onto South Manhattan Avenue
1906 ft · 56 sec · South Manhattan Avenue
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Turn right onto Fort Riley Boulevard
12.9 mi · 15 min · Fort Riley Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I-70 West, Salina
1531 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
27.7 mi · 28 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
22.2 mi · 22 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 143
1276 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto North 9th Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · North 9th Street
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Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
85 m · 14 sec · West Iron Avenue
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
28 m · 4 sec · South 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Manhattan and Salina.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Merge slight left onto Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
27.7 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Manhattan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Manhattan to Salina?
The road trip is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Chapman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.3 miles from Manhattan and 33.4 miles from Salina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.86 one way or $17.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Manhattan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salina.
Stop Ideas Near Chapman
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 Chapman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Manhattan and Salina. Straight-line distance: 60.65 mi (97.61 km).
#1 Manhattan
Borough of New York City, New York, United States
| Population | 2,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.1836100, -96.5716700 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas.
| Population | 46,274 |
| Coordinates | 38.8402800, -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 8th Street (-97.611466, 38.840281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.99 | $19.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.94 | $21.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.46 | $24.93 |
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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