How far is Osage County, KS from Pittsburg, KS?
The driving distance from Osage County, KS to Pittsburg, KS is about 142.2 miles (228.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 03m 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 03h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osage County and Pittsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osage County and Pittsburg.
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Start on West 221st Street
116 m · 17 sec · West 221st Street
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Continue on South Lewelling Road
2651 ft · 2 min · South Lewelling Road
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Turn right onto West 217th Street
2.3 mi · 9 min · West 217th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
57 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
39.1 mi · 49 min
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Continue straight
14.4 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto West Mary Street
4.7 mi · 6 min · West Mary Street
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Continue straight
14 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
1.5 km · 3 min
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Continue on East Madison Avenue
127 m · 10 sec · East Madison Avenue
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Continue on East Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · East Street
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Continue on West 1st Street
37 mi · 42 min · West 1st Street
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Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 34 min
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Continue straight
1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Atkinson Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Atkinson Road
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
20 m · 3 sec · North Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osage County and Pittsburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 217th Street
Exit the roundabout
39.1 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Osage County and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osage County to Pittsburg?
The road trip is about 142.2 miles (228.9 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Iola is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Osage County and 67.3 miles from Pittsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40 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 10:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.09 one way or $40.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Osage County and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Iola
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 Iola.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osage County and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 102.23 mi (164.52 km).
#1 Osage County
County in Kansas, United States
| Population | 15,770 |
| Coordinates | 38.6523300, -95.7269500 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pittsburg
City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States
| Population | 19,968 |
| Coordinates | 37.4108800, -94.7049600 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Broadway Street (-94.704831, 37.410882)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $4.00 | $20.09 | $40.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $21.85 | $43.69 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $23.75 | $47.50 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $30.20 | $60.39 |
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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