How far is Osborne, KS from Manhattan, KS?
The driving distance from Osborne, KS to Manhattan, KS is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115 miles (185 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
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.
City in Kansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osborne and Manhattan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osborne and Manhattan.
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Start on North 2nd Street
58 m · 10 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
159 m · 30 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
4.9 mi · 7 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right 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
24.2 mi · 28 min · Deer Road
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Continue on 18th Road
11.8 mi · 14 min · 18th Road
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Continue on West Crawford Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · West Crawford Street
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Continue on 18th Road
7.8 mi · 9 min · 18th Road
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Continue on Barton Road
2.5 mi · 3 min · Barton Road
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Turn right onto Cavalry Road
4 mi · 5 min · Cavalry Road
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Turn left onto Madison Road
9.1 mi · 11 min · Madison Road
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 10 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Tuttle Creek Boulevard
82 m · 3 sec · Tuttle Creek Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Tuttle Creek Boulevard
1.4 km · 1 min · Tuttle Creek Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Tuttle Creek Boulevard
49 m · 2 sec · Tuttle Creek Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto Tuttle Creek Boulevard
5.1 mi · 8 min · Tuttle Creek Boulevard
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Turn right onto Bluemont Avenue
665 ft · 14 sec · Bluemont Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bluemont Avenue
39 m · 8 sec · Bluemont Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Bluemont Avenue
2745 ft · 1 min · Bluemont Avenue
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Turn left onto North 10th Street
1136 ft · 54 sec · North 10th Street
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Turn right onto Fremont Street
6 m · 1 sec · Fremont Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fremont Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osborne and Manhattan.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 40th Drive
Turn right onto West 40th Drive
44.8 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy leaving Osborne and Chance Rain Showers near Manhattan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osborne to Manhattan?
The road trip is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Aurora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.5 miles from Osborne and 66.7 miles from Manhattan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115 miles (185 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.53 one way or $37.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy around Osborne and Chance Rain Showers near Manhattan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osborne and Manhattan. Straight-line distance: 114.93 mi (184.97 km).
#1 Osborne
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 1,280 |
| Coordinates | 39.4391400, -98.6962400 |
| Altitude | 473 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manhattan
Borough of New York City, New York, United States
| Population | 2,314 |
| Coordinates | 39.1836100, -96.5716700 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
End: Manhattan (-96.57167, 39.18361)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $3.94 | $18.53 | $37.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $20.17 | $40.34 |
| Premium | $4.67 | $21.96 | $43.92 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $28.53 | $57.07 |
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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