Origin
Junction City, KS
Evening in Junction City on Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Junction City, KS to Attica, KS
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
175.3 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 40m
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6 AM
3h 53m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 2m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Junction City, KS
Tien Nguyen
Attica, KS
Alexis Cruz
Trip Overview
Traveling from Junction City to Attica is a straightforward 175.3-mile journey across the Kansas Great Plains. With a travel time of approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route utilizes a mix of US 77, US 50, and I-135 to get you to your destination efficiently. Budgeting roughly $27 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because this trip stays entirely within the Great Plains region, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. It is a practical, no-nonsense trek that works best for travelers looking for a reliable, direct path between these two Kansas points.
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
87.6 miles from Junction City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of your drive consists of major thoroughfares. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stint on US 77, which spans 55.2 miles and sets the pace for the journey. The drive shifts from regional highway driving to the faster, more structured flow of I-135 before concluding on local stretches. Behind the wheel, you will notice a fairly consistent rhythm, though the transition between road types keeps the drive from feeling entirely monotonous. It is a functional route designed for steady progress rather than technical maneuvers or winding mountain passes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 55.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 77 and US 50. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 6th Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 175.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 3.2 miles (KS 18): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 77): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 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
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
8
83.9 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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US 50
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...
8
105.4 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 235 West, KS 96 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11A
Toward I 235 West, KS 96 West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 77 | 55.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| US 50 | 28.6 mi | 33m |
| I 135 | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| KS 2 | 17.7 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 42 | 17.3 mi | 30m |
| US 160 | 13.5 mi | 20m |
| West Southwest Boulevard | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| North Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 77
— 55.2 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Junction City, KS and Attica, KS.
1
Start on North Jefferson Street
130 ft
·
11 sec
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North Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto West 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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West 6th Street
3
Turn right onto US 40 Business
1.5 mi
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3 min
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North Washington Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Business
136 ft
·
3 sec
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US 40 Business
5
Continue on US 40 Business
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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US 40 Business
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40; KS 18
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
7
Take the exit onto KS 18
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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KS 18
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
8
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 18
0.1 mi
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24 sec
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KS 18
Toward US 77, KS 18 West, Marysville, Herington
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto US 77
46 mi
·
54 min
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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
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US 77
11
Continue on US 77
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 77
12
Enter roundabout onto US 50
51 ft
·
2 sec
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US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
13
Continue on US 50
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
3.2 mi
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3 min
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US 50
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on I 135; US 81
18 mi
·
19 min
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I 135; US 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
11 mi
·
13 min
Exit 11A
Toward I 235 West, KS 96 West
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 5
Toward KS 42
18
Turn right onto KS 42
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Southwest Boulevard
19
Continue on KS 42
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cessna Boulevard
20
Continue on KS 42
7.2 mi
·
9 min
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West Southwest Boulevard
21
Continue on KS 42
17 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 42
22
Turn left onto KS 2
18 mi
·
31 min
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KS 2
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 160; KS 2
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East 14th Street
24
Turn left onto US 160; KS 2
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 160; KS 2
25
Turn right onto US 160
10 mi
·
15 min
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US 160
26
Turn left onto North Main Street
116 ft
·
3 sec
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North Main Street
27
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to break up the nearly four-hour drive, as this will help keep you alert while navigating the highways. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches; while $27 is a solid estimate, prices can vary, so topping off before leaving Junction City is a smart move. Because the route relies heavily on major roads like I-135, check for traffic updates before you head out to ensure your travel time remains close to the 3-hour and 53-minute estimate. Prioritizing a steady pace will make the 175.3-mile distance feel much shorter.
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 87.6 miles from Junction City, KS, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.2 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.6 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Attica, 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 175.3 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Junction City, 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 US 77 for about 55.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 87.6 mi from Junction City, KS · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.6 miles from Junction City, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Attica, KS
The final approach into Attica, 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 Attica, 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
$26.63 one way
$53.25 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $29.35 | $58.70 |
| premium | $4.80 | $33.09 | $66.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.95 | $77.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.41 | $8.41 |
| Efficient EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.34 | $7.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.1 | 0 | $24.54 | $11.22 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Attica, KS
Evening in Attica on Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Newton, KS
88 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
38 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
3h 53m 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 Attica, KS covers 175.3 miles and takes about 3h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, US 50, I 135. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.6 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 $26.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 175.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 3.2 miles (KS 18): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 77): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Junction City, KS to Attica, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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