Origin
Pittsburg, KS
Afternoon in Pittsburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
173.6 mi
279 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 23m
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6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsburg, KS
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Mulvane, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS covers 173.6 miles and takes about 3h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 4th Street, Clayton J, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.14 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 35m drive with frequent turns across 173.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 4th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS is easy. At 3h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clayton J | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 7th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 210th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest Butler Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West 4th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg, KS and Mulvane, KS.
1
Start on North Broadway Street
66 ft
·
10 sec
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North Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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West 4th Street
3
Turn left
5.3 mi
·
7 min
4
Turn right
71 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
171 ft
·
2 sec
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Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
6
Exit the roundabout onto Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
7
Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Continue on East 7th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
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East 7th Avenue
9
Turn left onto Walnut Street
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Walnut Street
10
Turn right onto East 1st Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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East 1st Street
11
Continue on Southwest 210th Street
6.0 mi
·
10 min
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Southwest 210th Street
12
Turn left onto Southwest Butler Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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Southwest Butler Road
13
Turn right onto Southwest 240th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Southwest 240th Street
14
Continue on East 119th Street South
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
East 119th Street South
15
Continue on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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East Main Street
16
Turn left onto Prather Street
118 ft
·
5 sec
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Prather Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 86.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.8 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mulvane, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, KS
This is one driving day of about 173.6 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pittsburg, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.8 mi from Pittsburg, KS · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 86.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mulvane, KS
The final approach into Mulvane, 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 Mulvane, 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
$27.14 one way
$54.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.80 | $59.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.41 | $66.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.33 | $76.66 |
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: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.19 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.30 | $11.11 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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
Mulvane, KS
Afternoon in Mulvane on Tuesday
Local time
4:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
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87 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
25 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 35m 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 Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS covers 173.6 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 4th Street, Clayton J, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.8 miles from Pittsburg, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.14 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.
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS is easy. At 3h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pittsburg, KS to Mulvane, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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