How far is Wichita, KS from Caney, KS?
The driving distance from Wichita, KS to Caney, KS is about 115.6 miles (186.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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 Cowley County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wichita and Caney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita and Caney.
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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
3206 ft · 1 min · East Central Avenue
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Turn right onto North Washington Avenue
2704 ft · 1 min · North Washington Avenue
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Continue on South Washington Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Washington Street
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Turn straight onto Southeast Boulevard
8.8 mi · 13 min · Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on North Baltimore Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Baltimore Avenue
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Continue on South Southeast Boulevard
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Southeast Boulevard
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Continue on Eisenhower Memorial Highway
7.7 mi · 12 min · Eisenhower Memorial Highway
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Continue on Highway K15
9.1 mi · 14 min · Highway K15
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Continue straight
10.2 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · East 5th Avenue
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Continue on Simpson Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Simpson Avenue
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Turn straight onto East 9th Avenue
18.7 mi · 27 min · East 9th Avenue
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Continue on 243rd Drive
4.2 mi · 5 min · 243rd Drive
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Turn left
44.6 mi · 53 min
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Take the ramp slight right
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto East 4th Avenue
1987 ft · 58 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita and Caney.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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44.6 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Wichita and Mostly Cloudy near Caney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wichita to Caney?
The road trip is about 115.6 miles (186.1 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Dexter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.8 miles from Wichita and 57.8 miles from Caney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.2 miles (145.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.39 one way or $30.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wichita and Mostly Cloudy near Caney.
Stop Ideas Near Dexter
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wichita and Caney. Straight-line distance: 90.24 mi (145.23 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 Caney
City in Montgomery County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,948 |
| Coordinates | 37.0114600, -95.9352600 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| Country | United States |
End: Caney (-95.93526, 37.01146)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.39 | $30.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.64 | $43.28 |
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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