How far is Ness City, KS from Wichita, KS?
The driving distance from Ness City, KS to Wichita, KS is about 180.3 miles (290.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.3 miles (240.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ness City and Wichita.
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Start on West Sycamore Street
62.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min · West Sycamore Street
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Turn left onto 10th Street
12.4 mi · 18 min · 10th Street
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Continue on East Santa Fe Avenue
20.3 mi · 23 min · East Santa Fe Avenue
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Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Continue on North Broadway Avenue
29.1 mi · 34 min · North Broadway Avenue
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 96
1047 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Wichita
40.7 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Broadway Avenue
2584 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
4.2 mi · 8 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto East Central Avenue
112 m · 15 sec · East Central Avenue
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Turn left onto North Market Street
109 m · 12 sec · North Market Street
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Turn right
57 m · 14 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 Ness City and Wichita.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Sycamore Street
Start on West Sycamore Street
62.5 mi · 01h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ness City to Wichita?
The road trip is about 180.3 miles (290.2 km) and usually takes 03h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chase is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.1 miles from Ness City and 94.3 miles from Wichita.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.3 miles (240.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 31 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.98 one way or $47.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ness City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wichita.
Stop Ideas Near Chase
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ness City and Wichita. Straight-line distance: 149.28 mi (240.24 km).
#1 Ness City
City in Ness County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,303 |
| Coordinates | 38.4527900, -99.9065100 |
| Altitude | 687 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area.
| Population | 391,731 |
| Coordinates | 37.6922400, -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-97.33754, 37.692338)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 290 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.98 | $47.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.05 | $54.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.60 | $59.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.73 | $67.47 |
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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