Origin
Latimer, KS
Evening in Latimer on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Latimer, KS to Delavan, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
20m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Latimer, KS
Diogo Miranda
Delavan, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
This straightforward 15.5-mile drive from Latimer to Delavan, Kansas, is a breeze, taking only about 20 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll primarily be on KS 4 and US 77, with a short stint on US 56, making it a highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, so you won't break the bank on gas. Both your starting and ending points are nestled within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent, open-road feel throughout your journey. This route is ideal for those seeking a quick and easy connection between these two Kansas communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 15.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a 98% highway drive on this short hop, meaning you'll be on well-maintained roads for the vast majority of your trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.7 miles along KS 4, providing a good period of steady cruising. The profile is decidedly highway-focused, so you can anticipate a relatively fast and efficient journey. While the data doesn't specify drastic changes, the consistent use of major state and US highways suggests a predictable driving experience without many sharp turns or significant elevation changes. You'll likely find yourself in a rhythm of smooth driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KS 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 4 and US 56. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 2nd 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 20m drive. You will face about 5 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 (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KS 4): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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2nd Street
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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KS 4
Turn right onto KS 4
Navigation decision point
3
7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 77
Turn left onto US 77
Navigation decision point
4
9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 56
Turn left onto US 56
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| US 56 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| US 77 | 2 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
KS 4
— 6.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Latimer, KS and Delavan, KS.
1
Start on North Street
36 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Street
2
Turn right onto 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
2nd Street
3
Turn right onto Railroad Street
368 ft
·
16 sec
·
Railroad Street
4
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn right onto KS 4
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
KS 4
6
Turn left onto US 77
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 77
7
Turn left onto US 56
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 56
8
Arrive at destination
US 56
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Delavan, KS
Evening in Delavan on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
20m 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 Latimer, KS to Delavan, KS covers 15.5 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 4, US 56, US 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.7 miles from Latimer, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.42 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 20m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (KS 4): Navigation decision point.
The route from Latimer, KS to Delavan, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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