How far is Salina, KS from Hoxie, KS?
The driving distance from Salina, KS to Hoxie, KS is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.9 miles (250.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salina and Hoxie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salina and Hoxie.
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Start on South 8th Street
28 m · 9 sec · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
85 m · 16 sec · West Iron Avenue
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Turn right onto North 9th Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · North 9th Street
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Turn left onto I 70 West: Hays
1238 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
156.3 mi · 2 hr 36 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 23 North: Grainfield, Hoxie
1079 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Gove 50
17.5 mi · 31 min · Gove 50
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Turn right onto Oak Avenue
11 m · 1 sec · Oak Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salina and Hoxie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
156 mi · 02h 36m
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 Salina and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoxie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salina to Hoxie?
The road trip is about 176.8 miles (284.6 km) and usually takes 03h 14m 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?
Victoria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.3 miles from Salina and 88.6 miles from Hoxie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.9 miles (250.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 10:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.53 one way or $47.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Salina and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoxie.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salina and Hoxie. Straight-line distance: 155.91 mi (250.91 km).
#1 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas.
| Population | 46,274 |
| Coordinates | 38.8402800, -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoxie
Human settlement in Sheridan County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,191 |
| Coordinates | 39.3575000, -100.4418100 |
| Altitude | 827 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hoxie (-100.44181, 39.3575)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $23.53 | $47.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.04 | $58.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.10 | $66.19 |
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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