How far is Norton, KS from Wichita, KS?
The driving distance from Norton, KS to Wichita, KS is about 272.2 miles (438 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 23m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cloud County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norton and Wichita.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norton and Wichita.
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Start on North 2nd Avenue
9 m · 7 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto West Wilton Street
763 ft · 39 sec · West Wilton Street
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Turn left onto North State Street
1739 ft · 31 sec · North State Street
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Turn right onto East Holme Street
14.1 mi · 17 min · East Holme Street
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Continue on Highway 36
17 mi · 20 min · Highway 36
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Continue on West State Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto East 100 Road
4.8 mi · 5 min · East 100 Road
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Continue on Central Avenue
1303 ft · 33 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street
28.6 mi · 34 min · 6th Street
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Turn right
11.9 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto West 40th Drive
44.8 mi · 55 min · West 40th Drive
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Continue on Fox Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Fox Road
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Continue on Elk Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Elk Road
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Continue on Dove Road
3.3 mi · 4 min · Dove Road
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Continue on Deer Road
8 mi · 9 min · Deer Road
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Take the ramp right toward Salina
1520 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto 140th Road
99.5 mi · 1 hr 41 min · 140th Road
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Continue straight
22.2 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 13th Street
983 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 13th Street
159 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto East 13th Street North
1.2 km · 1 min · East 13th Street North
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1 mi · 2 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 Norton 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.
140th Road
Merge slight left onto 140th Road
99.5 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Norton and Sunny near Wichita.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norton to Wichita?
The road trip is about 272.2 miles (438 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Glasco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.6 miles from Norton and 141.6 miles from Wichita.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 70.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.24 one way or $72.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Norton and Sunny near Wichita.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norton and Wichita. Straight-line distance: 202.04 mi (325.15 km).
#1 Norton
City in Norton County, Kansas
| Population | 2,709 |
| Coordinates | 39.8338900, -99.8915100 |
| Altitude | 705 |
| 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: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
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 | $36.24 | $72.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.87 | $81.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $44.72 | $89.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $50.97 | $101.94 |
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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