Origin
Bellaire, KS
Afternoon in Bellaire on Monday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellaire, KS to Hutchinson, KS
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
49.1 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
6 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellaire, KS
Tien Nguyen
Hutchinson, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Bellaire, KS to Hutchinson, KS covers 49.1 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on KS 96, East 45th Street North, I 235 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.7 miles on KS 96. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.5 miles from Bellaire, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 1m highway drive covering 49.1 miles, with most of the trip on KS 96 and East 45th Street North. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.7 miles on KS 96.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KS 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 96 and East 45th Street North. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Janesville Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Janesville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (East 45th Street North): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Janesville Street
Turn left onto Janesville Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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East 45th Street North
At end of road, turn left onto East 45th Street North
Navigation decision point
7
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
KS 96
Take the exit onto KS 96 toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
8
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
KS 96
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96 toward KS 96, Hutchinson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward KS 96, Hutchinson
5
47.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Avenue A East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Avenue A East
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 96 | 41.7 mi | 47m |
| East 45th Street North | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| I 235 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| KS 254 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Woodie Seat Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue A | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hanover Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 96
— 41.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellaire, KS and Hutchinson, KS.
1
Start on Clarendon Street
308 ft
·
19 sec
·
Clarendon Street
2
Turn left onto Janesville Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Janesville Street
3
Continue on Hanover Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Hanover Street
4
Turn right onto North Auburn Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Auburn Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto East 45th Street North
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East 45th Street North
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Merge onto KS 254
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 254
8
Continue on I 235; KS 96
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 235; KS 96
9
Take the exit onto KS 96
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
KS 96
Exit 13
Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96
41 mi
·
46 min
·
KS 96
Toward KS 96, Hutchinson
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on Woodie Seat Freeway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodie Seat Freeway
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Avenue A East
13
Turn slight right onto West Avenue A
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Avenue A
14
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East 7th Avenue
16
Turn left
62 ft
·
4 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 24.5 miles from Bellaire, KS, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 49.1 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hutchinson, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bellaire, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bellaire, KS
This is one driving day of about 49.1 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bellaire, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on KS 96 for about 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.5 mi from Bellaire, KS · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 49.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Bellaire, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hutchinson, KS
The final approach into Hutchinson, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hutchinson, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.91 | $21.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Wichita, KS
Wichita, KS
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Roots Coffee Company
Hutchinson, KS
Blink Network
2 DCFC
Midway Motors Chevrolet of Hutchinson
Hutchinson, KS
SYNERGEV
2 DCFC
Midwest Ford
Hutchinson, KS
FORD_CHARGE
2 DCFC
EVERGY @WSU YMCA-441A
Wichita, KS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
HATCHETT FRONT LOT
Wichita, KS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 2
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
Blink Network: 1
SYNERGEV: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.16 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hutchinson, KS
Afternoon in Hutchinson on Monday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bellaire, KS to Hutchinson, KS covers 49.1 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 96, East 45th Street North, I 235. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.5 miles from Bellaire, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Janesville Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (East 45th Street North): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bellaire, KS to Hutchinson, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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