Pittsburg, KS Road Trips
Pittsburg, KS serves as a quiet starting point in the Great Plains, connecting drivers to 4 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 85 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Pittsburg, KS head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
179.6 mi
Newton, KS
Quickest Drive
40m
Fort Scott, KS
Plan Around Pittsburg, KS
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Pittsburg, KS is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Pittsburg, KS
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pittsburg, KS
Driving from Pittsburg, KS
Expect an average of 85 miles and about 1h 31m behind the wheel when leaving Pittsburg, KS. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 116 miles (1h 56m), while the shortest is just 31 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Pittsburg, KS are Prairie Village, KS (116 mi, 1h 56m), Overland Park, KS (113.3 mi, 1h 51m), Chanute, KS (79.4 mi, 1h 38m), and Fort Scott, KS (31.3 mi, 40m). 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 85-mile trip from Pittsburg, KS, budget about $12 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Pittsburg, KS and 3 routes heading into Pittsburg, KS, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 31 to 116 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pittsburg, KS covers 116 miles and takes approximately 1h 56m. Shorter options start at just 31 miles.
The average route from Pittsburg, KS runs about 85 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 31m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 85-mile trip from Pittsburg, KS costs roughly $12 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pittsburg, KS include Prairie Village, KS, Overland Park, KS, Chanute, KS and Fort Scott, KS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Short Drives from Pittsburg, KS
Trips to Pittsburg, KS
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