Origin
Salina, KS
Morning in Salina on Monday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salina, KS to Cheney, KS
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
93.7 mi
151 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salina, KS
Alan Wang
Trip Overview
The drive from Salina, KS to Cheney, KS covers 93.7 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 135, North Burmac Road, 14th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.2 miles on I 135. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.23 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.8 miles from Salina, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Salina, KS to Cheney, KS covers 93.7 miles and takes about 2h 1m, 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 31 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 31.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Iron Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.7 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (West Iron Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (West Claflin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Iron Avenue
Turn right onto West Iron Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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West Claflin Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto West Claflin Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
35 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchinson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchi...
5
37.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 81 Business / 14th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 81 Business / 14th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
88.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the ramp toward US 54 West, US 400 West: Kingman
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 54 West, US 400 West: Kingman
Towns Along This Route
Between Salina, KS and Cheney, KS, road signs point toward Mcpherson and Hutchinson.
Mcpherson
35 mi in
|
~39m
Hutchinson
35 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 135 | 31.2 mi | 31m |
| North Burmac Road | 18 mi | 24m |
| 14th Avenue | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| South Worthington Road | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| North 343rd Street West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| South Rayl Road | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| KS 96 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| North 279th Street West | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 135
— 31.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salina, KS and Cheney, KS.
1
Start on South 8th Street
92 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 8th Street
2
Turn right onto West Iron Avenue
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Iron Avenue
3
Turn right onto South Santa Fe Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Santa Fe Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto West Claflin Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Claflin Avenue
5
Turn left onto South 9th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 9th Street
6
Turn right
140 ft
·
5 sec
7
Turn right onto West Magnolia Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Magnolia Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
9
Merge onto I 135; US 81
31 mi
·
31 min
·
I 135; US 81
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchinson
11
Continue on US 81 Bus; KS 61
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 81 Bus; KS 61
12
Continue on US 81 Business; KS 61
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 81 Business; KS 61
13
Take the exit onto US 81 Business
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 81 Business
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 81 Business
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
14th Avenue
15
Turn straight onto County Road 305
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
County Road 305
16
Continue on 14th Avenue
11 mi
·
14 min
·
14th Avenue
17
Continue on North Burmac Road
18 mi
·
24 min
·
North Burmac Road
18
Continue on North 279th Street West
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North 279th Street West
19
Turn right onto KS 96
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
KS 96
20
Turn left onto South Worthington Road
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
South Worthington Road
21
Turn right onto East Silver Lake Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Silver Lake Road
22
Turn left onto South Rayl Road
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Rayl Road
23
Continue on North 343rd Street West
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North 343rd Street West
24
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 54 West, US 400 West: Kingman
25
Merge onto US 54; US 400
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward 383rd West
27
Turn left onto South 383rd Street West
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South 383rd Street West
28
Continue on Cheney Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Cheney Road
29
Continue on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
30
Turn right onto West 3rd Avenue
301 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 3rd Avenue
31
Arrive at destination
West 3rd Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.8 miles from Salina, KS, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.2 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cheney, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Salina, 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.
+
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 Salina, KS
This is one driving day of about 93.7 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Salina, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 135 for about 31.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.8 mi from Salina, KS · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.8 miles from Salina, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cheney, KS
The final approach into Cheney, 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 Cheney, 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
$14.23 one way
$28.46 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.69 | $31.38 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.69 | $35.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.82 | $41.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.12 | $6.00 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Cheney, KS
Morning in Cheney on Monday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Newton, KS
47 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
36 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
2h 1m 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 Salina, KS to Cheney, KS covers 93.7 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 135, North Burmac Road, 14th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.8 miles from Salina, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.23 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 93.7 miles you will encounter 19 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: near the start (West Iron Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (West Claflin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Salina, KS and Cheney, KS, road signs point toward Mcpherson and Hutchinson.
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