How far is Mission Hills, KS from Derby, KS?
The driving distance from Mission Hills, KS to Derby, KS is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m 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 03h 00m.
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.
County seat of Lyon County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mission Hills and Derby.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mission Hills and Derby.
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Start on Verona Road
1279 ft · 58 sec · Verona Road
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Turn right onto West 63rd Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · West 63rd Street
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Turn right onto Nall Avenue
113 m · 11 sec · Nall Avenue
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Turn left onto Shawnee Mission Parkway
2.5 mi · 5 min · Shawnee Mission Parkway
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Turn left onto I 35 South, US 56 West, US 69 South, US 169 South: Wichita
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Continue on I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
37.1 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
140.1 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 15: Wichita K-15
2608 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Turnpike Drive
1143 ft · 19 sec · Turnpike Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Southeast Boulevard
5.1 mi · 8 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 Mission Hills and Derby.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Continue straight
140 mi · 02h 21m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mission Hills and Sunny near Derby.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mission Hills to Derby?
The road trip is about 194.6 miles (313.1 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Emporia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.2 miles from Mission Hills and 97.4 miles from Derby.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.2 miles (283.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.91 one way or $51.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mission Hills and Sunny near Derby.
Stop Ideas Near Emporia
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 Emporia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mission Hills and Derby. Straight-line distance: 176.16 mi (283.5 km).
#1 Mission Hills
Census-designated place in Santa Barbara County, California
| Population | 3,533 |
| Coordinates | 39.0177800, -94.6169000 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| 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: 313 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $25.91 | $51.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.22 | $58.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.97 | $63.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.44 | $72.88 |
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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