Origin
Goddard, KS
Night in Goddard on Friday
Local time
10:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goddard, KS to Salina, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
103.3 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goddard, KS
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Salina, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Goddard, KS to Salina, KS covers 103.3 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 135, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, I 235 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.3 miles on I 135. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.15 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.
Midpoint
51.6 miles from Goddard, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 103.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 52m highway drive covering 103.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 135 and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.3 miles on I 135.
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.
I 135 is the longest continuous segment at about 81.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 135 and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 103.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Turn right onto US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 235 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 235 North
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 235
Merge onto I 235
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward I 135 North: Salina
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 16B
Toward I 135 North: Salina
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 135 | 81.3 mi | 1h 21m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| I 235 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| West State Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Iron Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North College Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 8th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 135
— 81.3 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goddard, KS and Salina, KS.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 54; US 400
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 235 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 235
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 235
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 16B
Toward I 135 North: Salina
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 135; US 81; KS 15
19 mi
·
19 min
·
I 135; US 81; KS 15
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on I 135; US 50; US 81
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 135; US 50; US 81
9
Continue on I 135; US 81
61 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 135; US 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward KS 140
11
Turn right onto West State Street
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West State Street
12
Keep slight right at fork
428 ft
·
9 sec
13
Turn straight onto West State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
14
Turn right onto North College Avenue
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
North College Avenue
15
Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Iron Avenue
16
Turn right onto South 8th Street
92 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 8th Street
17
Arrive at destination
South 8th Street
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 51.6 miles from Goddard, KS, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.3 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.6 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salina, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Goddard, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Goddard, KS
This is one driving day of about 103.3 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Goddard, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 135 for about 81.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.6 mi from Goddard, KS · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.6 miles from Goddard, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 135 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.3 miles.
Arriving in Salina, KS
The final approach into Salina, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.15 one way
$32.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.88 | $39.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.81 | $45.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.85 | $4.96 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.46 | $6.61 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Salina, KS
Night in Salina on Friday
Local time
10:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Newton, KS
52 mi in
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
25 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 52m 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 Goddard, KS to Salina, KS covers 103.3 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 135, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, 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 51.6 miles from Goddard, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.15 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 103.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Goddard, KS to Salina, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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