How far is Pittsburg, KS from Hepler, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Hepler, KS is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Hepler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Hepler.
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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
5.1 mi · 7 min · Parkview Drive
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Turn left onto East 620th Avenue
7 mi · 8 min · East 620th Avenue
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Continue on East Saint John Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Saint John Street
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Continue on West 620th Avenue
5.7 mi · 10 min · West 620th Avenue
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Turn right
6.5 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
121 m · 20 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Walnut Street
11 m · 2 sec · North Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Hepler.
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.
East 620th Avenue
Turn left onto East 620th Avenue
7.04 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Pittsburg and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Hepler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Hepler?
The road trip is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Girard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Pittsburg and 16.3 miles from Hepler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny around Pittsburg and Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny near Hepler.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Hepler. Straight-line distance: 22.52 mi (36.24 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 Hepler
City in Crawford County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 133 |
| Coordinates | 37.6611600, -94.9683000 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 2nd Street (-94.9683, 37.661235)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $3.82 | $4.43 | $8.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $5.28 | $10.57 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
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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