Origin
Hugoton, KS
Morning in Hugoton on Friday
Local time
11:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 53m
Distance
440.9 mi
710 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$69
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 42m
★
6 AM
6h 53m
8 AM
7h 16m
10 AM
7h 1m
12 PM
6h 59m
3 PM
7h 3m
5 PM
7h 15m
8 PM
6h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hugoton, KS
Tien Nguyen
Shawnee, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 440.9 miles and takes about 6h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 7th Street, North Main Street, Niles Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $68.93 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
220.5 miles from Hugoton, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 53m. Total distance: 440.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 53m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 53m drive with frequent turns across 440.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 7th Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 53m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 7th Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| Niles Avenue | — | — |
| East 14th Street | — | — |
| Railroad Avenue | — | — |
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| 10th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hugoton, KS and Shawnee, KS.
1
Start on South Jackson Street
194 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Jackson Street
2
Turn right onto West 7th Street
495 ft
·
19 sec
·
West 7th Street
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
84 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
5
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
6
Keep straight
315 ft
·
4 sec
7
Keep slight right
3.9 mi
·
4 min
8
Turn right
3.1 mi
·
3 min
9
Turn right
31 mi
·
36 min
10
Turn left onto Niles Avenue
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Niles Avenue
11
Turn right
25 mi
·
30 min
12
Turn right onto East 14th Street
19 mi
·
23 min
·
East 14th Street
13
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Railroad Avenue
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Washington Street
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
Washington Street
15
Keep slight left to continue on Railroad Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
16
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto 10th Street
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
10th Street
18
Turn left
48 mi
·
55 min
19
Take the ramp right toward I-70 East, Salina
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I-70 East, Salina
20
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
49 mi
·
49 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
21
Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
75 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
22
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
23
Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
24
Keep slight left to continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
25
Continue on Kansas Turnpike
49 mi
·
49 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
26
Take the exit slight right toward College Parkway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
College Parkway
27
Keep slight right to continue on Turner Diagonal
390 ft
·
10 sec
·
Turner Diagonal
28
Turn straight onto Turner Diagonal
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Turner Diagonal
29
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
30
Turn right onto South 55th Street
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
South 55th Street
31
Turn slight right
167 ft
·
7 sec
32
Turn straight onto Inland Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Inland Drive
33
Turn left onto South 59th Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South 59th Street
34
Turn right onto 47th Street
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
47th Street
35
Turn left onto Bond Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bond Street
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 220.5 miles from Hugoton, KS, or about 3h 26m 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 97 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 220.5 miles or 3h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hugoton, 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 Hugoton, KS
This is one driving day of about 440.9 miles and 6h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 97 miles from Hugoton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 220.5 mi from Hugoton, KS · 3h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
220 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 97 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 220.5 miles from Hugoton, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shawnee, KS
The final approach into Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, 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
$68.93 one way
$137.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
154 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $75.68 | $151.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $84.85 | $169.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $97.35 | $194.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 154.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 132.3 | 1 | $46.29 | $21.16 |
| Efficient EV | 110.2 | 1 | $38.58 | $17.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 176.4 | 2 | $61.73 | $28.22 |
Gas CO2
154 kg
EV CO2
52 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Shawnee, KS
Morning in Shawnee on Friday
Local time
11:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Lincoln, KS
220 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
11 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
6h 53m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 440.9 miles and takes about 6h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 7th Street, North Main Street, Niles Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 220.5 miles from Hugoton, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $68.93 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 53m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hugoton, KS to Shawnee, 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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