Drive Time
5h
Distance
229.6 mi
370 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
Photo: Alexis Cruz
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Attica, KS covers 229.6 miles and takes about 5h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 400, Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.5 miles on US 400. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Attica, KS covers 229.6 miles and takes about 5h, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KS 126 / West 4th Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 12 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 (KS 126 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 69; US 160): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (US 400): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto KS 126 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 69; US 160
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 400
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 235 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward KS 42
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 400 | 70.5 mi | 1h 22m |
| Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway | 61.6 mi | 1h 11m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 30 mi | 37m |
| 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 |
| US 69 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg, KS and Attica, KS.
Start on US 69 Business
Turn left onto KS 126
Turn left onto US 69; US 160
Turn right onto US 400
Enter roundabout onto US 400
Continue on US 400
Continue on US 54; US 77; US 400
Continue on US 54; US 77; US 400
Continue on US 54; US 400
Take the exit
Merge onto I 235
Take the exit
Turn right onto KS 42
Continue on KS 42
Continue on KS 42
Continue on KS 42
Turn left onto KS 2
At end of road, turn right onto US 160; KS 2
Turn left onto US 160; KS 2
Turn right onto US 160
Turn left onto North Main Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.8 miles or 2h 15m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Attica, KS than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Pittsburg, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Pittsburg, KS
This is one driving day of about 229.6 miles and 5h.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.8 mi from Pittsburg, KS · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 114.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 400 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.5 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$34.87 one way
$69.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.44 | $76.89 |
| premium | $4.80 | $43.34 | $86.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.01 | $102.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.11 | $11.02 |
| Efficient EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.09 | $9.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.8 | 1 | $32.14 | $14.69 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Pittsburg on Saturday
Local time
4:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Attica on Saturday
Local time
4:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
48°F
Wichita, KS
115 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Pittsburg, KS or browse trips ending in Attica, KS.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse KS road trips.
Explore maps for Pittsburg, KS or Attica, KS on MapSof.net.
