Origin
Salina, KS
Morning in Salina on Thursday
Local time
10:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salina, KS to Buhler, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salina, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Salina, KS to Buhler, KS covers 55.7 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Iron Avenue, South Santa Fe Avenue, West Claflin Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 55.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Iron Avenue 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 Salina, KS to Buhler, KS is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Salina, KS to Buhler, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Iron Avenue | — | — |
| South Santa Fe Avenue | — | — |
| West Claflin Avenue | — | — |
| South 9th Street | — | — |
| West Magnolia Road | — | — |
| US 81 | — | — |
| Buckskin Road | — | — |
| 8th Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Iron Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salina, KS and Buhler, KS.
1
Start on South 8th Street
92 ft
·
6 sec
·
South 8th Street
2
Turn right onto West Iron Avenue
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Iron Avenue
3
Turn right onto South Santa Fe Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Santa Fe Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Claflin Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Claflin Avenue
5
Turn left onto South 9th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 9th Street
6
Turn right
141 ft
·
5 sec
7
Turn right onto West Magnolia Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Magnolia Road
8
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
9
Merge slight left
31 mi
·
31 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchinson
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchinson
11
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
1 min
12
Continue straight
12 mi
·
13 min
13
Turn left onto Buckskin Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Buckskin Road
14
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
8th Avenue
15
Continue on North Buhler Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Buhler Road
16
Turn left onto West 1st Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 1st Avenue
17
Turn right onto Old Mill Lane
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
Old Mill Lane
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Salina, KS · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Salina, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Buhler, KS
The final approach into Buhler, 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
$8.71 one way
$17.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Buhler, KS
Morning in Buhler on Thursday
Local time
10:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 8m 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 Buhler, KS covers 55.7 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Iron Avenue, South Santa Fe Avenue, West Claflin Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.9 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 $8.71 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.
The drive from Salina, KS to Buhler, KS is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Salina, KS to Buhler, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Salina, KS to Buhler, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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