How far is Pittsburg, KS from Osage County, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Osage County, KS is about 149.9 miles (241.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 12m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Osage County.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Osage County.
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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
20.6 mi · 24 min · South Fry Street
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Continue on South 4th Street
32.9 mi · 42 min · South 4th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
56 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto West 217th Street
2.3 mi · 9 min · West 217th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lewelling Road
2651 ft · 2 min · South Lewelling Road
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Continue on West 221st Street
116 m · 17 sec · West 221st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 221st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Osage County.
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
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39.2 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pittsburg and Showers And Thunderstorms near Osage County.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Osage County?
The road trip is about 149.9 miles (241.3 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Iola is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75 miles from Pittsburg and 75 miles from Osage County.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.7 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 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.17 one way or $42.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Pittsburg and Showers And Thunderstorms near Osage County.
Stop Ideas Near Iola
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 Iola.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Osage County. Straight-line distance: 102.23 mi (164.52 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 Osage County
County in Kansas, United States
| Population | 15,770 |
| Coordinates | 38.6523300, -95.7269500 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osage County (-95.72695, 38.65233)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $4.00 | $21.17 | $42.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $23.02 | $46.04 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $25.03 | $50.05 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $31.82 | $63.64 |
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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