How far is Pawnee Rock, KS from Olmitz, KS?
The driving distance from Pawnee Rock, KS to Olmitz, KS is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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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City in Barton County, Kansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pawnee Rock and Olmitz.
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Start on Centre Street
102 m · 22 sec · Centre Street
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Turn sharp left
12.5 mi · 16 min
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Continue on Northwest 20 Avenue
1229 ft · 37 sec · Northwest 20 Avenue
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Turn left
7.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto Northwest 80 Avenue
5.4 mi · 21 min · Northwest 80 Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Northwest 105 Road
1.2 km · 3 min · Northwest 105 Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
939 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
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Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn sharp left
12.5 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Pawnee Rock and Sunny near Olmitz.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pawnee Rock to Olmitz?
The road trip is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Great Bend is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.3 miles from Pawnee Rock and 13.3 miles from Olmitz.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.54 one way or $7.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pawnee Rock and Sunny near Olmitz.
Stop Ideas Near Great Bend
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Great Bend City Hall
Pawnee Rock City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Great Bend.
Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pawnee Rock and Olmitz. Straight-line distance: 17.54 mi (28.22 km).
#1 Pawnee Rock
Township in Barton County, Kansas
| Population | 230 |
| Coordinates | 38.2652900, -98.9809300 |
| Altitude | 594 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Olmitz
City in Barton County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 105 |
| Coordinates | 38.5166800, -98.9364800 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| Country | United States |
End: Olmitz (-98.93648, 38.51668)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.99 | $9.97 |
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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