How far is Pittsburg, KS from Mulvane, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.4 miles (224.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Wilson County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Mulvane.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Mulvane.
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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 mi · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
70.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
52 m · 2 sec · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
61.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
7.3 mi · 9 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on East 7th Avenue
1055 ft · 40 sec · East 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
11.3 mi · 14 min · Walnut Street
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Turn right onto East 1st Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1st Street
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Continue on Southwest 210th Street
6 mi · 11 min · Southwest 210th Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Butler Road
3 mi · 5 min · Southwest Butler Road
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Turn right onto Southwest 240th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Southwest 240th Street
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Continue on East 119th Street South
4.8 mi · 8 min · East 119th Street South
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Continue on East Main Street
1251 ft · 27 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Prather Street
36 m · 5 sec · Prather Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Prather Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Mulvane.
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 right
70.5 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pittsburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mulvane.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Mulvane?
The road trip is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Albany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.7 miles from Pittsburg and 86.9 miles from Mulvane.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.4 miles (224.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.12 one way or $46.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pittsburg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mulvane.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Mulvane. Straight-line distance: 139.35 mi (224.26 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 Mulvane
City in Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 6,566 |
| Coordinates | 37.4744600, -97.2439300 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mulvane (-97.24393, 37.47446)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $3.77 | $23.12 | $46.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.07 | $52.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.53 | $57.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.51 | $65.03 |
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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