How far is Whitman, KS from Oxford, KS?
The driving distance from Whitman, KS to Oxford, KS is about 5.8 miles (9.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cowley County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Whitman and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman and Oxford.
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Start on North River Road
1.5 km · 4 min · North River Road
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Turn left onto East 40th Avenue North
2294 ft · 2 min · East 40th Avenue North
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Turn right onto Valley Road
1.6 km · 4 min · Valley Road
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Turn slight left
625 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto East 30th Avenue North
1746 ft · 1 min · East 30th Avenue North
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Turn slight right
615 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on North Oxford Road
1.4 mi · 6 min · North Oxford Road
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Continue on North Sumner Avenue
2649 ft · 1 min · North Sumner Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Sumner Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whitman and Oxford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Oxford Road
Continue on North Oxford Road
1.43 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Whitman and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whitman to Oxford?
The road trip is about 5.8 miles (9.4 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Udall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.4 miles from Whitman and 3.5 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.79 one way or $1.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Whitman and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Udall
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 Udall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whitman and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 4.16 mi (6.69 km).
#1 Whitman
Whitman is a place in Kansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.3325200, -97.1875400 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oxford
City in Sumner County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 988 |
| Coordinates | 37.2741900, -97.1689300 |
| Altitude | 362 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-97.168931, 37.274244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.79 | $1.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.89 | $1.79 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.98 | $1.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.11 | $2.23 |
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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