Origin
Pittsburg, KS
Evening in Pittsburg on Thursday
Local time
5:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsburg, KS to Osage County, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
150 mi
241 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
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6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
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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Osage County, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Osage County, KS covers 150 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 54, South 4th Street, Parkview Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.1 miles on US 54. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.45 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
75 miles from Pittsburg, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 150 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Osage County, KS covers 150 miles and takes about 3h 12m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 54 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
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 3h 12m 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 (KS 126 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 32 miles (US 54; K-7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles (US 54; K-7): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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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KS 126 / West 4th Street
Turn left onto KS 126 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
32 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 54; K-7
Take the exit onto US 54; K-7 toward US 54, KS 7: Wichita
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54, KS 7: Wichita
6
32.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 54; K-7
Turn left onto US 54; K-7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
91.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
US 75 / South Fry Street
Turn right onto US 75 / South Fry Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
149.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
|
South Lewelling Road
At end of road, turn left onto South Lewelling Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 54 | 58.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| South 4th Street | 32.9 mi | 42m |
| Parkview Drive | 28.7 mi | 35m |
| South Fry Street | 20.6 mi | 24m |
| US 75 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West 217th Street | 2.3 mi | 8m |
| US 69 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West 4th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 54
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg, KS and Osage County, KS.
1
Start on US 69 Business
66 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto KS 126
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn slight right
313 ft
·
13 sec
Toward US 69 North, US 160 East
4
Merge onto US 69; US 160
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 69; US 160
5
Turn left onto US 69; US 160
29 mi
·
35 min
·
Parkview Drive
6
Take the exit onto US 54; K-7
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 54; K-7
Toward US 54, KS 7: Wichita
7
Turn left onto US 54; K-7
39 mi
·
45 min
·
US 54; K-7
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto US 54
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Madison Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 54
19 mi
·
22 min
·
US 54
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 75
21 mi
·
24 min
·
South Fry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 75
33 mi
·
42 min
·
South 4th Street
12
Enter roundabout onto US 75
184 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 75
13
Continue on US 75
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 75
14
Turn left onto West 217th Street
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West 217th Street
15
At end of road, turn left onto South Lewelling Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lewelling Road
16
Continue on West 221st Street
379 ft
·
16 sec
·
West 221st Street
17
Arrive at destination
West 221st Street
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 75 miles from Pittsburg, KS, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.1 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 33 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75 miles or 1h 32m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Osage County, 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 150 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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.
The longest stretch is on US 54 for about 58.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75 mi from Pittsburg, KS · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75 miles from Pittsburg, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Osage County, KS
The final approach into Osage County, 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 Osage County, 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
$23.45 one way
$46.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.75 | $51.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.87 | $57.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.12 | $66.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45 | 0 | $15.75 | $7.20 |
| Efficient EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60 | 0 | $21.00 | $9.60 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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
Osage County, KS
Evening in Osage County on Thursday
Local time
5:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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 12m 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 Osage County, KS covers 150 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 54, South 4th Street, Parkview Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75 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 $23.45 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 12m 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 (KS 126 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 32 miles (US 54; K-7): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles (US 54; K-7): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pittsburg, KS to Osage County, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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