The drive from Coffeyville, KS to Soldier, KS covers 204.8 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 75, US 169, Northeast Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 126.6 miles on US 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102.4 miles from Coffeyville, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 204.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 7m highway drive covering 204.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 75 and US 169. The longest continuous stretch is about 126.6 miles on US 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 126.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,222 ft734 ft
Total Climb
795 ft
Total Descent
308 ft
Highest Point
1,222 ft
~204.8 mi in
Elevation Range
488 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 75 and US 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 166; US 169 / Northeast Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 204.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 166; US 169 / Northeast Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (US 75; KS 39): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|US 166; US 169 / Northeast Street
Turn left onto US 166; US 169 / Northeast Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
48.4 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward KS 39
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward KS 39
7
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|US 75; KS 39
At end of road, turn right onto US 75; KS 39
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
5
157.6 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward Wanamaker Road, Huntoon Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Wanamaker Road, Huntoon Street
7
160.3 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|US 75
Keep slight left at fork onto US 75 toward US 75 North: Holton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 75 North: Holton
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Coffeyville, KS to Soldier, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Holton along the way.
Holton
160.1 mi in|~3h 12m|via US 75
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 75
126.6 mi
2h 28m
US 169
27.5 mi
32m
Northeast Street
19.8 mi
23m
230 Road
10.9 mi
13m
KS 39
10.6 mi
12m
E Road
4.8 mi
8m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
1.4 mi
1m
East 8th Street
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 75
— 126.6 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coffeyville, KS and Soldier, KS.
1
Start on West 7th Street
210 ft·11 sec·West 7th Street
2
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
381 ft·21 sec·South Walnut Street
3
Turn left onto East 8th Street
0.9 mi·2 min·East 8th Street
4
Turn left onto US 166; US 169
20 mi·23 min·Northeast Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on US 169
6.7 mi·7 min·US 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 169
6.2 mi·7 min·US 169
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Continue on US 169
15 mi·17 min·US 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Toward KS 39Use the straight / slight right lanes.
The midpoint is around 102.4 miles from Coffeyville, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.6 miles.
Arriving in Soldier, KS
The final approach into Soldier, 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 Soldier, KS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The path to equality has been anything but smooth. It's taken courage and dedication by everyday people coming together for a common goal to carry the country toward true equality. Parents, teachers,...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 155.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.02 one way
$64.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$35.15
$70.31
premium
$4.89
$39.41
$78.82
diesel
$5.61
$45.22
$90.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.4
0
$21.50
$9.83
Efficient EV
51.2
0
$17.92
$8.19
EV Truck/SUV
81.9
1
$28.67
$13.11
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Coffeyville, KS
Morning
in Coffeyville on Thursday
Local time
11:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Soldier, KS
Morning
in Soldier on Thursday
Local time
11:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 7m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coffeyville, KS to Soldier, KS covers 204.8 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 75, US 169, Northeast Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.4 miles from Coffeyville, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 204.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 166; US 169 / Northeast Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles (US 75; KS 39): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Coffeyville, KS to Soldier, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Holton along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 734 ft to 1,222 ft elevation with about 795 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park.
