How far is Pittsburg, KS from Arcadia, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Arcadia, KS is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.6 miles (26.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Arcadia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Arcadia.
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Start on North Broadway Street
20 m · 10 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn slight right onto US 69 North, US 160 East
96 m · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Parkview Drive
14.2 mi · 17 min · Parkview Drive
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Turn right onto East 710th Avenue
4.1 mi · 10 min · East 710th Avenue
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Continue on West Arcadia Street
1151 ft · 34 sec · West Arcadia Street
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Turn right onto North Drake Street
750 ft · 33 sec · North Drake Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Drake Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Arcadia.
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.
Parkview Drive
Turn left onto Parkview Drive
14.2 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Pittsburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Arcadia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Arcadia?
The road trip is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Arma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11 miles from Pittsburg and 9.8 miles from Arcadia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.6 miles (26.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.75 one way or $5.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Pittsburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Arcadia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Arcadia. Straight-line distance: 16.58 mi (26.68 km).
#1 Pittsburg
City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States
| Population | 19,968 |
| Coordinates | 37.4108800, -94.7049600 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arcadia
City in Kansas
| Population | 309 |
| Coordinates | 37.6419900, -94.6238500 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Drake Street (-94.623879, 37.64199)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.40 | $6.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
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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