How far is Wichita, KS from Salina, KS?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wichita and Salina is 80.7 miles (129.88 km).
Flight distance from Wichita, KS to Salina, KS is 80.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Wichita to Salina with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wichita, Kansas to Salina, Kansas is: 89.9 miles (144.68 km) by car.
Driving from Wichita to Salina will take approximately 01 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Wichita
The largest city in Kansas and the center of the Wichita metropolitan area. It is located in the south-central part of the state. Wichita is known for its aviation industry, its history as a Wild West town, and its many attractions, such as the Mid-America Air Museum and the Exploration Place.
| Population | 391731 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°41'32"N 97°20'15"W |
| Latitude | 37.6922400 |
| Longitude | -97.3375400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salina
The most populous city in Saline County, Kansas. It is located on the Saline River in the central part of the state. Salina is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Smoky Valley Museum and the Salina Art Center.
| Population | 46274 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'25"N 97°36'41"W |
| Latitude | 38.8402800 |
| Longitude | -97.6114200 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Salina: South 8th Street (-97.611466,38.840281)
Estimated Travel Time Between Wichita and Salina
The distance between Wichita and Salina is 145 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Wichita and Salina. The current time is 16:45:46.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.01 liters (3.17 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wichita and Salina.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wichita to Salina is $10.64 (diesel $14.93).
Kansas gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.35 | $3.66 | $3.98 | $4.71 |
| Total | $10.64 | $11.6 | $12.61 | $14.93 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Kansas ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.353 (Diesel $4.705) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wichita and Salina (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
