How far is Prairie Village, KS from Gypsum, KS?
The driving distance from Prairie Village, KS to Gypsum, KS is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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
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City in McPherson County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prairie Village and Gypsum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairie Village and Gypsum.
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Start on West 8th Street
849 ft · 43 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto North Andover Road
1 km · 1 min · North Andover Road
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Turn left onto West 13th Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · West 13th Street
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Take the ramp right
1369 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
7.7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 135 North, KS 96 West, US 81 North, KS 15 North: Salina, Hutchinson
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
18 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
49.1 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 4, Assaria Road, Falun Road
1263 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Assaria Road
2512 ft · 56 sec · Assaria Road
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Turn left onto South Old Highway 81
2 mi · 3 min · South Old Highway 81
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Turn right
10.4 mi · 15 min
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
39 m · 6 sec · West 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prairie Village and Gypsum.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 135 North
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49.1 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Prairie Village and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gypsum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prairie Village to Gypsum?
The road trip is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Moundridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.4 miles from Prairie Village and 48.4 miles from Gypsum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.90 one way or $25.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Prairie Village and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gypsum.
Stop Ideas Near Moundridge
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 Moundridge.
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Hutchinson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prairie Village and Gypsum. Straight-line distance: 71.28 mi (114.71 km).
#1 Prairie Village
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 22,315 |
| Coordinates | 37.6994600, -97.1381000 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gypsum
City in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 391 |
| Coordinates | 38.7055600, -97.4280900 |
| Altitude | 372 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gypsum (-97.42809, 38.70556)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.90 | $25.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.55 | $29.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.92 | $31.83 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
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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