Origin
Peabody, KS
Night in Peabody on Friday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peabody, KS to Salina, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
80.3 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peabody, KS
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Salina, KS
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 80.3-mile journey from Peabody to Salina, Kansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-135, US-50, and West State Street, this route is almost entirely highway driving, making it a quick and efficient transit. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for travelers. The drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. This trip is ideal for those seeking a direct and uncomplicated travel experience between these two Kansas towns.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 80.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 95% of your 80.3-mile trip. You'll spend most of your time on I-135, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of 61.2 miles. While primarily interstate, the route incorporates segments of US-50 and West State Street, offering minor variations in the driving experience. The character of the road is consistent, prioritizing speed and directness over winding scenic byways. This is a route designed for efficient travel through the heart of Kansas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 135 is the longest continuous segment at about 61.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 135 and US 50. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near West 9th Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 80.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.4 miles (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Peabody Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 9th Street
At end of road, turn left onto West 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Peabody Street
At end of road, turn right onto Peabody Street
Navigation decision point
6
14.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...
7
16.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward First Street, Broadway Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward First Street, Broadway Street
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 135 | 61.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| US 50 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| West State Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West 9th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Iron Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Walnut Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North College Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Peabody Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 135
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peabody, KS and Salina, KS.
1
Start on North Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Walnut Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto West 9th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 9th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Peabody Street
287 ft
·
14 sec
·
Peabody Street
4
Turn left onto US 50
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 50
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward First Street, Broadway Street
Use the slight right lane.
7
Enter roundabout
412 ft
·
8 sec
8
Continue
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
9
Merge onto I 135; US 50; US 81
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 135; US 50; US 81
10
Continue on I 135; US 81
61 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 135; US 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward KS 140
12
Turn right onto West State Street
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West State Street
13
Keep slight right at fork
428 ft
·
9 sec
14
Turn straight onto West State Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
15
Turn right onto North College Avenue
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
North College Avenue
16
Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Iron Avenue
17
Turn right onto South 8th Street
92 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 8th Street
18
Arrive at destination
South 8th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.1 mi from Peabody, KS · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.1 miles from Peabody, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 135 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
Arriving in Salina, KS
The final approach into Salina, 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
$12.55 one way
$25.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.78 | $27.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.45 | $30.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.24 | $5.14 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Salina, KS
Night in Salina on Friday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 27m 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 Peabody, KS to Salina, KS covers 80.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 135, US 50, West State 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 40.1 miles from Peabody, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.55 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 80.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.4 miles (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Peabody Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Peabody, KS to Salina, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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