How far is Soldier, KS from Tonganoxie, KS?
The driving distance from Soldier, KS to Tonganoxie, KS is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m 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 01h 43m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Soldier and Tonganoxie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soldier and Tonganoxie.
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Start on Jackson Street
121 m · 8 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn slight right onto 1st Street
1116 ft · 22 sec · 1st Street
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Continue on E Road
4.8 mi · 9 min · E Road
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Turn left onto 230 Road
10.9 mi · 14 min · 230 Road
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Continue on West 4th Street
4 mi · 8 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto T Road
3.8 mi · 5 min · T Road
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Keep slight left
14.4 mi · 20 min
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Turn left
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 9 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
2301 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Turn right
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right
13.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Bury Street
50 m · 12 sec · Bury Street
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Turn left
9 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Soldier and Tonganoxie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
T Road
Keep slight left
14.4 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Soldier and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tonganoxie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Soldier to Tonganoxie?
The road trip is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Valley Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Soldier and 36.2 miles from Tonganoxie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.20 one way or $20.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Soldier and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tonganoxie.
Stop Ideas Near Valley Falls
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 Valley Falls.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Soldier and Tonganoxie. Straight-line distance: 55.34 mi (89.06 km).
#1 Soldier
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 15,086 |
| Coordinates | 39.5361100, -95.9641600 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tonganoxie
City in Leavenworth County, Kansas
| Population | 5,690 |
| Coordinates | 39.1097200, -95.0877500 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tonganoxie (-95.08775, 39.10972)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $4.00 | $10.20 | $20.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $11.10 | $22.20 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $12.06 | $24.13 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $15.34 | $30.68 |
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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