Origin
Junction City, KS
Night in Junction City on Thursday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Junction City, KS to Butler County, KS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
91.9 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Junction City, KS to Butler County, KS covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 77, North Washington Street, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 88.3 miles on US 77. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.37 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
46 miles from Junction City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 91.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 77 and North Washington Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 88.3 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 16 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 88.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 77 and North Washington Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 6th Street.
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 1h 54m drive. You will face about 11 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 (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 11 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
|
~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 | 88.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| North Washington Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| KS 18 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 30th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 40 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 6th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Airport Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 77
— 88.3 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Junction City, KS and Butler County, 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
33 mi
·
41 min
·
US 77
Toward US 77 South: El Dorado
14
Turn left onto Airport Road
170 ft
·
4 sec
·
Airport Road
15
Continue on Southeast 30th Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Southeast 30th Street
16
Arrive at destination
Southeast 30th 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 46 miles from Junction City, KS, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.3 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 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 56m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Butler County, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Junction City, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Junction City, KS
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 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 88.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Junction City, KS · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46 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 88.3 miles.
Arriving in Butler County, KS
The final approach into Butler County, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.37 one way
$28.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.69 | $35.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Butler County, KS
Night in Butler County on Thursday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Marion, KS
46 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
5 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
1h 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 Junction City, KS to Butler County, KS covers 91.9 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, North Washington Street, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential 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 46 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 $14.37 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 1h 54m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 Butler County, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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