How far is Soldier, KS from Salem, KS?
The driving distance from Soldier, KS to Salem, KS is about 162.9 miles (262.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136 miles (218.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Washington County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Soldier and Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soldier and Salem.
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Start on Jackson Street
1 m · 5 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
8.1 mi · 14 min · 2nd Street
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Turn left
4 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Seneca Street
5 mi · 9 min · Seneca Street
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Turn left
20.5 mi · 26 min
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Turn right onto 21st Terrace
8 mi · 9 min · 21st Terrace
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Turn left onto Pony Express Highway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Pony Express Highway
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Continue on 3rd Street
1952 ft · 38 sec · 3rd Street
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Continue on Pony Express Highway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Pony Express Highway
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Continue on Center Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Center Street
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Continue on Pony Express Highway
8.2 mi · 10 min · Pony Express Highway
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Continue on 19th Road
4.2 mi · 5 min · 19th Road
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Continue on Pony Express Avenue
3.3 mi · 4 min · Pony Express Avenue
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Continue on 17th Road
5.7 mi · 7 min · 17th Road
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Continue on East 7th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East 7th Street
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Continue on 17th Road
68.5 mi · 1 hr 21 min · 17th Road
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Continue straight
7 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto 30 Road
6 mi · 23 min · 30 Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 20 Road
1.5 km · 4 min · 20 Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 20 Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Soldier and Salem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
17th Road
Continue on 17th Road
68.5 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Soldier and Partly Sunny near Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Soldier to Salem?
The road trip is about 162.9 miles (262.1 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?
Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.3 miles from Soldier and 81.6 miles from Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136 miles (218.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.98 one way or $43.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Soldier and Partly Sunny near Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Washington
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 Washington.
Lincoln
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Soldier and Salem. Straight-line distance: 135.96 mi (218.81 km).
#1 Soldier
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 15,086 |
| Coordinates | 39.5361100, -95.9641600 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salem
City (possibly historical)
| Population | 305 |
| Coordinates | 39.8716800, -98.4845000 |
| Altitude | 543 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salem (-98.4845, 39.87168)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 262 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $3.82 | $21.98 | $43.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $24.09 | $48.17 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $26.19 | $52.37 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $34.05 | $68.09 |
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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