Origin
Hutchinson, KS
Afternoon in Hutchinson on Thursday
Local time
4:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Grant, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
95.3 mi
153 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
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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Grant, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Hutchinson, KS to Grant, KS covers 95.3 miles and takes about 2h 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 181, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.2 miles on KS 14. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.90 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
47.6 miles from Hutchinson, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 95.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 95.3 miles, with most of the trip on KS 14 and KS 181. The longest continuous stretch is about 49.2 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 24 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 49.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 14 and KS 181. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 7th Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 15 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 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 5th Avenue
Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward Lyons, K-14 NORTH, K-96 WEST
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Lyons, K-14 NORTH, K-96 WEST
4
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
KS 140 / 15th Street
Turn left onto KS 140 / 15th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hutchinson, KS and Grant, KS, road signs point toward Lyons, K-14 North and K-96 West.
Lyons
4.9 mi in
|
~9m
K-14 North
4.9 mi in
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~9m
K-96 West
4.9 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 14 | 49.2 mi | 59m |
| KS 181 | 9 mi | 15m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 8.7 mi | 8m |
| 15th Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| 60th Road | 6 mi | 14m |
| Nickerson Boulevard | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| KS 156 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| 6th Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
KS 14
— 49.2 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson, KS and Grant, 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
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 5th Avenue
5
Continue on Nickerson Boulevard
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Nickerson Boulevard
6
Continue on North Wilson Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Wilson Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Lyons, K-14 NORTH, K-96 WEST
8
Merge onto KS 14; KS 96
49 mi
·
59 min
·
KS 14; KS 96
9
Turn right onto KS 156
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
KS 156
10
Turn left onto KS 140
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
15th Street
11
Turn right onto KS 14
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
15th Road
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
13
Merge onto I 70; US 40
8.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward 6th Road
15
Turn right onto 6th Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Road
16
Continue on 60th Road
6.0 mi
·
14 min
·
60th Road
17
Continue on KS 181
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
KS 181
18
Turn right onto Pike Drive
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Pike Drive
19
Continue on 70th Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
70th Road
20
Continue on Puma Lane
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Puma Lane
21
At end of road, turn left onto 83rd Road
1.3 mi
·
4 min
·
83rd Road
22
Continue on Teal Drive
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Teal Drive
23
Turn right onto Rye Drive
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Rye Drive
24
Arrive at destination
Rye Drive
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 47.6 miles from Hutchinson, KS, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.6 miles or 1h 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grant, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hutchinson, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 95.3 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Hutchinson, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on KS 14 for about 49.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.6 mi from Hutchinson, KS · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.6 miles from Hutchinson, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grant, KS
The final approach into Grant, 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 Grant, 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
$14.90 one way
$29.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.36 | $32.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.34 | $36.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.57 |
| Efficient EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.34 | $6.10 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Grant, KS
Afternoon in Grant on Thursday
Local time
4:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Ellsworth, KS
48 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
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
2h 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 Grant, KS covers 95.3 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 14, KS 181, Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 47.6 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 $14.90 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 2h 26m drive. You will face about 15 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 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Between Hutchinson, KS and Grant, KS, road signs point toward Lyons, K-14 North and K-96 West.
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