How far is Wichita, KS from Belleville, KS?
The driving distance from Wichita, KS to Belleville, KS is about 156.6 miles (252 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.2 miles (238.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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 46m.
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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City in Saline County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita and Belleville.
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Start on the route
109 m · 28 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Central Avenue
557 ft · 20 sec · East Central Avenue
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right onto East 13th Street North
1.4 km · 2 min · East 13th Street North
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Take the ramp slight left
1260 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
22.3 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
129.5 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Turn right onto 18th Street
1917 ft · 58 sec · 18th Street
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Turn left onto L Street
50 m · 7 sec · L Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · L Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita and Belleville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 13th Street North
Continue straight
130 mi · 02h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wichita and Mostly Sunny near Belleville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wichita to Belleville?
The road trip is about 156.6 miles (252 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Assaria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from Wichita and 78.2 miles from Belleville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.2 miles (238.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.82 one way or $41.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wichita and Mostly Sunny near Belleville.
Stop Ideas Near Assaria
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 Assaria.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wichita and Belleville. Straight-line distance: 148.18 mi (238.47 km).
#1 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area.
| Population | 391,731 |
| Coordinates | 37.6922400, -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belleville
City in Kansas
| Population | 1,841 |
| Coordinates | 39.8244500, -97.6325400 |
| Altitude | 471 |
| Country | United States |
End: Belleville (-97.63254, 39.82445)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.82 | $41.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.48 | $46.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.28 | $58.56 |
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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