How far is Salina, KS from Quinter, KS?
The driving distance from Salina, KS to Quinter, KS is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141.7 miles (228.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 09m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salina and Quinter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salina and Quinter.
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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
144.6 mi · 2 hr 25 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Quinter
1075 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Castle Rock Street
45 m · 4 sec · Castle Rock Street
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Turn slight right onto Highway 212
2325 ft · 1 min · Highway 212
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
3016 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Old Highway 40
829 ft · 23 sec · Old Highway 40
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Highway 40
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salina and Quinter.
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
145 mi · 02h 25m
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.
Sunny leaving Salina and Sunny near Quinter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salina to Quinter?
The road trip is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Russell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.3 miles from Salina and 74.6 miles from Quinter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141.7 miles (228.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.80 one way or $39.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Salina and Sunny near Quinter.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salina and Quinter. Straight-line distance: 141.7 mi (228.05 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 Quinter
City in Gove County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,073 |
| Coordinates | 39.0694500, -100.2323600 |
| Altitude | 813 |
| Country | United States |
End: Quinter (-100.23236, 39.06945)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $19.80 | $39.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.33 | $44.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.43 | $48.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.85 | $55.69 |
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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