Origin
Derby, KS
Evening in Derby on Sunday
Local time
8:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Derby, KS to Coffeyville, KS
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
120.7 mi
194 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
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6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Derby, KS
Tien Nguyen
Coffeyville, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Derby to Coffeyville, you are looking at a 120.7-mile journey through the heart of the Kansas Great Plains. Expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes behind the wheel, making this a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Your path will primarily utilize US 166, US 77, and East 9th Avenue to navigate between these two points. Budget about $18 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. This highway-focused route is designed for efficiency, so it is an excellent choice if you want to reach your destination without unnecessary detours. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Kansas, you will enjoy a consistent regional atmosphere throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.3 miles from Derby, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its highway-focused layout, with roughly 62% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.1 miles on US 166, which requires steady focus as you navigate the Great Plains landscape. The road transitions between fast-paced highway segments and local stretches on East 9th Avenue and US 77, offering a mix of driving environments. While the route is functional and direct, the consistent road quality allows for a predictable pace. You will find that the character of the drive remains relatively uniform, providing a stable experience for those who prefer straightforward navigation over winding backroads.
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.
US 166 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 166 and East 9th Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Derby, KS to Coffeyville, KS is easy. At 2h 43m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (KS 15 / North Baltimore Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (East 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KS 15 / North Baltimore Avenue
Turn left onto KS 15 / North Baltimore Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
30.6 mi into trip
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~43m in
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East 5th Avenue
Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
102.9 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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US 166
Turn left onto US 166
Navigation decision point
5
120.6 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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West 7th Street
Turn right onto West 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 166 | 65.1 mi | 1h 22m |
| East 9th Avenue | 18.7 mi | 26m |
| US 77 | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| Highway K15 | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| 243rd Drive | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| South Southeast Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Baltimore Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 166
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Derby, KS and Coffeyville, KS.
1
Start on this road
121 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
271 ft
·
17 sec
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East Main Street
3
Turn left onto KS 15
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Baltimore Avenue
4
Continue on KS 15
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Southeast Boulevard
5
Continue on KS 15
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
6
Continue on KS 15
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Highway K15
7
Continue on US 77; KS 15
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 77; KS 15
8
Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 5th Avenue
9
Continue on Simpson Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Simpson Avenue
10
Turn straight onto US 160; KS 15
19 mi
·
26 min
·
East 9th Avenue
11
Continue on KS 15
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
243rd Drive
12
Turn left onto US 166; KS 15
45 mi
·
52 min
·
US 166; KS 15
13
Take the ramp onto US 166
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 166
14
Turn left onto US 166
17 mi
·
26 min
·
US 166
15
Turn left onto South Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Maple Street
16
Turn right onto West 7th Street
269 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 7th Street
17
Arrive at destination
West 7th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 43-minute transit, aim for a departure that avoids peak traffic hours to keep your travel time consistent. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that flexibility to stretch your legs or refuel mid-way through the 120.7-mile trek. Keep in mind that with $18 allocated for gas, monitoring your fuel levels before hitting the longer 65.1-mile stretch on US 166 is a smart move. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to complete it in a single day without feeling rushed. Always check local road conditions before you head out, as the rural nature of these highways can sometimes be affected by changing weather in the Great Plains.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.3 miles from Derby, KS, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 80 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.3 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coffeyville, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Derby, 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 Derby, KS
This is one driving day of about 120.7 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Derby, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 166 for about 65.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.3 mi from Derby, KS · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.3 miles from Derby, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 166 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.1 miles.
Arriving in Coffeyville, KS
The final approach into Coffeyville, 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 Coffeyville, 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
$18.33 one way
$36.67 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.79 | $45.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.82 | $53.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
| Efficient EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.90 | $7.72 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Coffeyville, KS
Evening in Coffeyville on Sunday
Local time
8:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
33 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
2h 43m 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 Derby, KS to Coffeyville, KS covers 120.7 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 166, East 9th Avenue, US 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.3 miles from Derby, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.33 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Derby, KS to Coffeyville, KS is easy. At 2h 43m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (KS 15 / North Baltimore Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (East 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Derby, KS to Coffeyville, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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