How far is Pittsburg, KS from Madison, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Madison, KS is about 130.4 miles (209.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.8 miles (149.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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 02h 53m.
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 Allen County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Drizzle
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Madison.
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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
28.7 mi · 36 min · Parkview Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54, KS 7: Wichita
1149 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left
39.2 mi · 45 min
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Turn straight onto East Madison Avenue
1.5 km · 3 min · East Madison Avenue
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto South Fry Street
15 mi · 18 min · South Fry Street
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Turn left
7.8 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
1894 ft · 43 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
717 ft · 14 sec · 3rd Street
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Continue on Fressenden Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · Fressenden Street
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Turn slight left
8.1 mi · 14 min
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Turn slight right
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
22 m · 3 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
39.2 mi · 00h 45m
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 Drizzle leaving Pittsburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Madison?
The road trip is about 130.4 miles (209.8 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
La Harpe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.1 miles from Pittsburg and 65.2 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.8 miles (149.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.6 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 12:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.58 one way or $35.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Drizzle around Pittsburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near La Harpe
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 La Harpe.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Madison. Straight-line distance: 92.81 mi (149.36 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 Madison
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 606 |
| Coordinates | 38.1355800, -96.1358300 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-96.13583, 38.13558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.58 | $35.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $19.27 | $38.54 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.95 | $41.90 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $27.24 | $54.47 |
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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