Derby, KS Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Derby, KS works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Most drives stay under 123 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Derby, KS head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
200.9 mi
Kansas City, KS
Quickest Drive
20m
Wichita, KS
Plan Around Derby, KS
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Derby, KS is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Derby, KS
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Derby, KS
Driving from Derby, KS
The typical drive from Derby, KS covers about 123 miles and takes around 2h 35m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 125 miles (2h 43m), while the shortest is just 121 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Derby, KS most often head toward Chanute, KS (124.8 mi, 2h 28m) and Coffeyville, KS (120.7 mi, 2h 43m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in KS currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 123-mile trip from Derby, KS, budget about $18 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Derby, KS and 3 routes heading into Derby, KS, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 121 to 125 miles.
The longest mapped route from Derby, KS covers 125 miles and takes approximately 2h 43m. Shorter options start at just 121 miles.
The average route from Derby, KS runs about 123 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 35m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 123-mile trip from Derby, KS costs roughly $18 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Derby, KS include Chanute, KS and Coffeyville, KS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Short Drives from Derby, KS
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