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Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Stockton, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 12m

Distance

162.7 mi

262 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 1m ★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Hutchinson, KS

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Downtown Stockton, KS, KS

Stockton, KS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hutchinson, KS to Stockton, KS covers 162.7 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, KS 14, 250th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.3 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.44 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

81.4 miles from Hutchinson, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 59.3 mi 59m
KS 14 49.2 mi 59m
250th Avenue 35.6 mi 43m
15th Road 7.5 mi 10m
Nickerson Boulevard 3.4 mi 5m
KS 156 2.3 mi 3m
North Vine Street 1.1 mi 2m
South Cedar Street 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 59.3 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson, KS and Stockton, 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

59 mi · 59 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward US 183, Hays, Stockton
15

Merge onto US 183

260 ft · 6 sec · North Vine Street
Use the right lane.
16

Enter roundabout onto US 183

122 ft · 1 sec · North Vine Street
17

Continue on US 183

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Vine Street
18

Continue on US 183

36 mi · 43 min · 250th Avenue
19

Continue on US 183

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Cedar Street
20

Turn right onto US 24

0.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street
21

Turn left onto North Water Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · North Water Street
22

Arrive at destination

North Water Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.4 miles from Hutchinson, KS, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 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 36 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 81.4 miles or 1h 40m 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 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stockton, 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 162.7 miles and 3h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 59.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Ellsworth, KS, KS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ellsworth, KS

81 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

Ellsworth, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grant, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.4 miles from Hutchinson, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Potrillo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hutchinson, Kansas

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16206649824

Visit website

El Potrillo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hutchinson, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16206649824

Visit website

Pheasant Run | Pancake House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 127.9

Hays, Kansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+17856281044

Visit website

TRIO Tap House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 127.9

Hays, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17856212221

Visit website

Charge Pro Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hutchinson, Kansas

+18888074522

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 127.9

Hays, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 127.9

Hays, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 127.9

Hays, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18333994638

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 124.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 7th Avenue

Turn right onto East 7th Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Main Street

Turn left onto North Main Street

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
5
124.3 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Take the exit toward US 183, Hays, Stockton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 183, Hays, Stockton
7
124.5 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | US 183 / North Vine Street

Merge onto US 183 / North Vine Street

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.44 one way

$50.87 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $27.93 $55.86
premium $4.89 $31.31 $62.62
diesel $5.61 $35.92 $71.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.8 0 $17.08 $7.81
Efficient EV 40.7 0 $14.24 $6.51
EV Truck/SUV 65.1 0 $22.78 $10.41

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hutchinson, KS

Afternoon in Hutchinson on Saturday

Local time

1:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Stockton, KS

Afternoon in Stockton on Saturday

Local time

1:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Ellsworth, KS

81 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

28 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

3h 12m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

162.7 mi in 3h 12m — 32% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.3 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 12m 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 4.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Stockton, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Hays along the way.

Hays

124.3 mi in | ~2h 23m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 162.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 59.3 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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 4.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Stockton, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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