Origin
Hutchinson, KS
Evening in Hutchinson on Sunday
Local time
7:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Derby, KS
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
61.5 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hutchinson, KS
Tien Nguyen
Derby, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Hutchinson to Derby, you are looking at a straightforward 61.5-mile journey across the Kansas Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of just $9, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via KS 14, I-135, and South Southeast Boulevard to reach your destination. Because the trip is short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to easily complete the drive in a single morning or afternoon.
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
30.8 miles from Hutchinson, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your travel time spent on faster thoroughfares. You will face a consistent, steady pace as you move through the region, characterized by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.7 miles on KS 14. While the road personality is largely defined by these high-speed segments, the transition from state highways to interstate and local boulevards keeps the route functional and direct. Expect a predictable experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical turns. It is a no-nonsense trip that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations or complex navigation.
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.
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 I 135. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 7th Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 45.9 miles (I 135; US 81; KS 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
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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
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~54m in
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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...
5
45.9 mi into trip
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~54m in
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I 135; US 81; KS 15
Merge onto I 135; US 81; KS 15
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
53.3 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Pawnee Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3B
Toward Pawnee Avenue
5
53.4 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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East Pawnee Street
Turn right onto East Pawnee Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hutchinson, KS to Derby, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
Wichita
3.9 mi in
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~8m
|
via KS 14; KS 96
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 14 | 41.7 mi | 45m |
| I 135 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| South Southeast Boulevard | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Woodie Seat Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Baltimore Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| KS 96 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Pawnee Street | 0.3 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 Derby, 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
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
I 135; US 81; KS 15
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 3B
Toward Pawnee Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto East Pawnee Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Pawnee Street
13
Turn left onto South Southeast Boulevard
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Southeast Boulevard
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on KS 15
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Baltimore Avenue
15
Turn left onto East Main Street
271 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Main Street
16
Turn left
121 ft
·
8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best fits your personal agenda without worrying about fatigue. Since there are zero scheduled stops in the data, you can easily complete the entire 1 hour and 17-minute trip in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is roughly $9, so topping off your tank before you leave Hutchinson is a smart way to ensure a seamless arrival in Derby. Pay close attention to the transition between KS 14 and I-135, as staying alert during these highway shifts is key to a smooth transit. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick Kansas connection.
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 30.8 miles from Hutchinson, KS, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 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 61.5 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.8 miles or 37m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Derby, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hutchinson, 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 Hutchinson, KS
This is one driving day of about 61.5 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hutchinson, 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.
The longest stretch is on KS 14 for about 41.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.8 mi from Hutchinson, KS · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.8 miles from Hutchinson, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Derby, KS
The final approach into Derby, 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 Derby, 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
$9.34 one way
$18.68 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.61 | $23.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.66 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.46 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Derby, KS
Evening in Derby on Sunday
Local time
7:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
23 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 17m 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 Derby, KS covers 61.5 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 14, I 135, South Southeast Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.8 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 $9.34 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 is a straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 45.9 miles (I 135; US 81; KS 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hutchinson, KS to Derby, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
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