How far is Wilsey, KS from Council Grove, KS?
The driving distance from Wilsey, KS to Council Grove, KS is about 11.2 miles (18 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Morris County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilsey and Council Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilsey and Council Grove.
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Start on Main Street
9 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
765 ft · 36 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto North Street
1141 ft · 39 sec · North Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
124 m · 12 sec · North 1st Street
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Continue on 1800 Road
1.5 km · 2 min · 1800 Road
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Turn right
9.8 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto North Mission Street
62 m · 11 sec · North Mission Street
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Turn right
15 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilsey and Council Grove.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
9.8 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wilsey and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Council Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilsey to Council Grove?
The road trip is about 11.2 miles (18 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?
Parkerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.6 miles from Wilsey and 5.6 miles from Council Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.51 one way or $3.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wilsey and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Council Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Parkerville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Council Grove
Council Grove Water Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Parkerville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilsey and Council Grove. Straight-line distance: 10.04 mi (16.16 km).
#1 Wilsey
City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 142 |
| Coordinates | 38.6361200, -96.6752900 |
| Altitude | 459 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Grove
City in Morris County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 2,100 |
| Coordinates | 38.6611200, -96.4919500 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.491997, 38.661216)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.86 | $3.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.12 | $4.24 |
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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