Origin
Junction City, KS
Morning in Junction City on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Junction City, KS to Andover, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
106.8 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
6 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Junction City, KS
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Andover, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Junction City, KS to Andover, KS covers 106.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 77, Kansas Turnpike, North Washington Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82 miles on US 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.73 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
53.4 miles from Junction City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 106.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 8m highway drive covering 106.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 77 and Kansas Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch is about 82 miles on US 77.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 82 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 77 and Kansas Turnpike. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 6th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.8 miles you will encounter 19 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 (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (KS 18): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (KS 18): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 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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West 6th Street
Turn left onto West 6th Street
Navigation decision point
5
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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KS 18
Take the exit onto KS 18 toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
9
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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KS 18
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 18 toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
6
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 77
Turn right onto US 77 toward US 77, KS 18 West: Marysville, Herington
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 77, KS 18 West: Marysville, Herington
5
58.6 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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US 77
Enter roundabout onto US 77 toward US 77 South: El Dorado
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 77 South: El Dorado
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 77 | 82 mi | 1h 35m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 18.4 mi | 18m |
| North Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East 21st Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Andover Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| KS 18 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 40 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 77
— 82 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Junction City, KS and Andover, KS.
1
Start on North Jefferson Street
130 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto West 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 6th Street
3
Turn right onto US 40 Business
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Washington Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Business
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 40 Business
5
Continue on US 40 Business
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 40 Business
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40; KS 18
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
7
Take the exit onto KS 18
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
KS 18
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
8
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 18
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
KS 18
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto US 77
46 mi
·
54 min
·
US 77
Toward US 77, KS 18 West: Marysville, Herington
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Enter roundabout onto US 77
175 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 77
11
Continue on US 77
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 77
12
Enter roundabout onto US 77
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 77
Toward US 77 South: El Dorado
13
Continue on US 77
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 77
Toward US 77 South: El Dorado
14
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
16
Merge onto I 35
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Andover
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
19
Turn left onto East 21st Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East 21st Street
20
Turn left onto North Andover Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andover Road
21
Turn right onto Harrison Street
340 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
22
Turn left onto North Main Street
65 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
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 53.4 miles from Junction City, KS, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.4 miles or 1h 5m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Andover, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Junction City, 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 Junction City, KS
This is one driving day of about 106.8 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Junction City, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 77 for about 82 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.4 mi from Junction City, KS · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.4 miles from Junction City, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82 miles.
Arriving in Andover, KS
The final approach into Andover, 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 Andover, 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
$16.73 one way
$33.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.37 | $36.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.59 | $41.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.62 | $47.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.92
Kansas Turnpike
(18.4 mi)
$0.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Towanda Service Area - Tesla Supercharger
El Dorado, KS
Tesla
8 DCFC
Wichita, KS
Wichita, KS
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Hatchett Devlin Genesis
Wichita, KS
Blink Network
4 DCFC
EVERGY @KTA SVC -404B
El Dorado, KS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
EVERGY @KTA SVC -404A
El Dorado OCL, KS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
HATCHETT FRONT_WEST
Wichita, KS
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 3
Tesla: 1
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.21 | $5.13 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.95 | $6.84 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Andover, KS
Morning in Andover on Saturday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Hillsboro, KS
53 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 8m 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 Junction City, KS to Andover, KS covers 106.8 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, Kansas Turnpike, North Washington Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.4 miles from Junction City, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.70 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 106.8 miles you will encounter 19 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 (West 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (KS 18): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (KS 18): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Junction City, KS to Andover, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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