How far is Wichita, KS from Norton, KS?
The driving distance from Wichita, KS to Norton, KS is about 261.5 miles (420.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 56m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cloud County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wichita and Norton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita and Norton.
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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
97.1 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right
1865 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto Deer Road
8.2 mi · 9 min · Deer Road
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Continue on Dove Road
3.3 mi · 4 min · Dove Road
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Continue on Elk Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Elk Road
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Continue on Fox Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Fox Road
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Continue on Gold Road
44.8 mi · 55 min · Gold Road
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Turn right
11.9 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
28.6 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
1303 ft · 28 sec · Central Avenue
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Continue on East 100 Road
4.8 mi · 6 min · East 100 Road
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Turn left
29.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto North State Street
1739 ft · 32 sec · North State Street
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Turn right onto West Wilton Street
763 ft · 36 sec · West Wilton Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wichita and Norton.
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
97.1 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Sunny leaving Wichita and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Norton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wichita to Norton?
The road trip is about 261.5 miles (420.8 km) and usually takes 04h 56m 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?
Glasco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 130.7 miles from Wichita and 130.8 miles from Norton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 202.1 miles (325.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.77 one way or $69.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wichita and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Norton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wichita and Norton. Straight-line distance: 202.04 mi (325.15 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 Norton
City in Norton County, Kansas
| Population | 2,709 |
| Coordinates | 39.8338900, -99.8915100 |
| Altitude | 705 |
| Country | United States |
End: Norton (-99.89151, 39.83389)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 421 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 15m |
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 | $34.77 | $69.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.21 | $78.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.91 | $85.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $48.90 | $97.81 |
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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