Origin
Hutchinson, KS
Late night in Hutchinson on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Augusta, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
69.5 mi
112 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hutchinson, KS
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Augusta, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hutchinson, KS to Augusta, KS covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on KS 14, KS 96, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.7 miles on KS 14. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 26m highway drive covering 69.5 miles, with most of the trip on KS 14 and KS 96. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.7 miles on KS 14.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KS 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 14 and KS 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 7th Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 (East 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 45.6 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.3 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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 7th Avenue
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
45.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
KS 96
Take the exit onto KS 96 toward I 135 South, KS 96 East, US 81 South, KS 15 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 16A
Toward I 135 South, KS 96 East, US 81 South, KS...
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
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KS 96
Take the exit onto KS 96 toward KS 96 East: Hydraulic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward KS 96 East: Hydraulic
7
46.7 mi into trip
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~56m in
|
KS 96
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96 toward KS 96 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward KS 96 East
6
57.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
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KS 96
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96 toward US 54 East, US 400 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 East, US 400 East
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 Hutchinson, KS to Augusta, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
Wichita
3.9 mi in
|
~8m
|
via KS 14; KS 96
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 14 | 41.7 mi | 45m |
| KS 96 | 11.9 mi | 15m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Woodie Seat Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 135 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 14
— 41.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson, KS and Augusta, KS.
1
Start on this road
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East 7th Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
4
Turn right onto West Avenue A
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Avenue A
5
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
6
Continue on Woodie Seat Freeway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodie Seat Freeway
7
Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on KS 14; KS 96
42 mi
·
45 min
·
KS 14; KS 96
Toward Wichita
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto KS 96
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
KS 96
Exit 16A
Toward I 135 South, KS 96 East, US 81 South, KS 15 South
10
Merge onto I 135; US 81; KS 15
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 135; US 81; KS 15
11
Take the exit onto KS 96
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 96
Toward KS 96 East: Hydraulic
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96
11 mi
·
12 min
·
KS 96
Toward KS 96 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 96
Toward US 54 East, US 400 East
14
Merge onto US 54; US 400
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Continue on US 54; US 400
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Avenue
16
Turn left onto State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
17
Turn right onto 12th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
12th Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
12th Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.8 mi from Hutchinson, KS · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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
Arriving in Augusta, KS
The final approach into Augusta, 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
$10.87 one way
$21.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Augusta, KS
Late night in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
1:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
1h 26m 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 Hutchinson, KS to Augusta, KS covers 69.5 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 14, KS 96, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.8 miles from Hutchinson, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.87 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 69.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 (East 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 45.6 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.3 miles (KS 96): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hutchinson, KS to Augusta, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
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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