How far is Salina, KS from Wichita, KS?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Salina and Wichita is 80.7 miles (129.88 km).
Flight distance from Salina, KS to Wichita, KS is 80.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Salina to Wichita with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Salina, Kansas to Wichita, Kansas is: 90.07 miles (144.95 km) by car.
Driving from Salina to Wichita will take approximately 01 hours 21 minutes.
#1 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas. It is located on the Saline River in the central part of the state. Salina is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Smoky Valley Museum and the Salina Art Center.
| Population | 46274 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'25"N 97°36'41"W |
| Latitude | 38.8402800 |
| Longitude | -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area. It is located in the south-central part of the state. Wichita is known for its aviation industry, its history as a Wild West town, and its many attractions, such as the Mid-America Air Museum and the Exploration Place.
| Population | 391731 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°41'32"N 97°20'15"W |
| Latitude | 37.6922400 |
| Longitude | -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Wichita: (-97.33754,37.692338)
Estimated Travel Time Between Salina and Wichita
The distance between Salina and Wichita is 145 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Salina and Wichita. The current time is 18:51:34.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 00 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.03 liters (3.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Salina and Wichita.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Salina to Wichita is $10.66 (diesel $14.95).
Kansas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.35 | $3.66 | $3.98 | $4.71 |
| Total | $10.66 | $11.62 | $12.64 | $14.95 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Kansas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.353 (Diesel $4.705) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Salina and Wichita (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
