Origin
Hutchinson, KS
Night in Hutchinson on Wednesday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
150 mi
241 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS covers 150 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 8th Avenue, North Maple Street, East 11th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.45 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75 miles from Hutchinson, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 54m drive with frequent turns across 150 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 8th Avenue 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 Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS is easy. At 2h 54m 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 Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 8th Avenue | — | — |
| North Maple Street | — | — |
| East 11th Avenue | — | — |
| Ken Kennedy Freeway | — | — |
| US 56 | — | — |
| East Kansas Avenue | — | — |
| Limestone Road | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 8th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson, KS and Lyndon, KS.
1
Start on the route
348 ft
·
28 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
East 8th Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Maple Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Maple Street
4
Turn right onto East 11th Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 11th Avenue
5
Turn left onto Ken Kennedy Freeway
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Ken Kennedy Freeway
6
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 56, McPherson, Marion
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 56, McPherson, Marion
9
Turn right onto East Kansas Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Kansas Avenue
10
Continue on Limestone Road
36 mi
·
41 min
·
Limestone Road
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
187 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
12
Exit the roundabout
17 mi
·
19 min
13
Turn left
25 mi
·
29 min
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
364 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
15
Exit the roundabout onto Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I 35 North: Kansas City
30 ft
·
I 35 North: Kansas City
17
Exit the roundabout onto I 35 North: Kansas City
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 35 North: Kansas City
18
Merge slight left
28 mi
·
27 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 75, Lynden, Burlington
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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US 75, Lynden, Burlington
20
Turn left
14 mi
·
16 min
21
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75 miles from Hutchinson, KS, or about 1h 27m 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 33 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndon, 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 150 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Hutchinson, 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 75 mi from Hutchinson, KS · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75 miles from Hutchinson, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lyndon, KS
The final approach into Lyndon, 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 Lyndon, 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
$23.45 one way
$46.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.75 | $51.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.87 | $57.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.12 | $66.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45 | 0 | $15.75 | $7.20 |
| Efficient EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60 | 0 | $21.00 | $9.60 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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
Lyndon, KS
Night in Lyndon on Wednesday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 54m 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 Lyndon, KS covers 150 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 8th Avenue, North Maple Street, East 11th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75 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 $23.45 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS is easy. At 2h 54m 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 Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hutchinson, KS to Lyndon, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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