Origin
Grandview Plaza, KS
Morning in Grandview Plaza on Monday
Local time
11:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
113.4 mi
183 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wichita, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS covers 113.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 77, the route, US 50 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.22 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
56.7 miles from Grandview Plaza, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 50m drive with frequent turns across 113.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 77 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 77 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 50 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 135 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 13th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 13th Street North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Central Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 77
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grandview Plaza, KS and Wichita, KS.
1
Start on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
2
Take the exit slight right toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
3
Keep slight left to continue on US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
4
Turn right onto US 77, KS 18 West: Marysville, Herington
46 mi
·
54 min
·
US 77, KS 18 West: Marysville, Herington
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
174 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
6
Exit the roundabout
8.8 mi
·
10 min
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward US 50 West: Newton
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 50 West: Newton
8
Exit the roundabout onto US 50 West: Newton
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 50 West: Newton
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
10
Continue straight
22 mi
·
24 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward 13th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
13th Street
12
Keep slight right to continue on 13th Street
522 ft
·
13 sec
·
13th Street
13
Turn straight onto East 13th Street North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 13th Street North
14
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway Street
15
Turn right onto East Central Avenue
367 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Central Avenue
16
Turn left onto North Market Street
358 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Market Street
17
Turn right
187 ft
·
14 sec
18
Arrive at your 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 56.7 miles from Grandview Plaza, KS, or about 55m into the drive.
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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 55m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wichita, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grandview Plaza, 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 Grandview Plaza, KS
This is one driving day of about 113.4 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grandview Plaza, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Grandview Plaza, KS · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 56.7 miles from Grandview Plaza, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wichita, KS
The final approach into Wichita, 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 Wichita, 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
$17.22 one way
$34.45 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.41 | $42.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.19 | $50.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.44 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.92 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.88 | $7.26 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Wichita, KS
Morning in Wichita on Monday
Local time
11:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Newton, KS
57 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
2 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 50m 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 Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS covers 113.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, the route, US 50 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 miles from Grandview Plaza, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.22 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.
The drive from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Grandview Plaza, KS to Wichita, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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