Origin
Tecumseh, KS
Morning in Tecumseh on Saturday
Local time
10:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tecumseh, KS to Hutchinson, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 11m
Distance
167.7 mi
270 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tecumseh, KS
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Hutchinson, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tecumseh, KS to Hutchinson, KS covers 167.7 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kansas Turnpike, US 56, US 81 Business for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.8 miles on Kansas Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.22 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
83.9 miles from Tecumseh, 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 11m. Total distance: 167.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 11m highway drive covering 167.7 miles, with most of the trip on Kansas Turnpike and US 56. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.8 miles on Kansas Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kansas Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 54.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 56. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Southeast Tecumseh Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 167.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Southeast Tecumseh Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 40): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southeast Tecumseh Road
At end of road, turn left onto Southeast Tecumseh Road
Navigation decision point
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 40
Turn right onto US 40
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Newton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 127A
Toward US 50: Newton
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tecumseh, KS to Hutchinson, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Mcpherson along the way.
Mcpherson
139.1 mi in
|
~2h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 54.8 mi | 54m |
| US 56 | 36.3 mi | 42m |
| US 81 Business | 25 mi | 27m |
| US 50 | 24.6 mi | 29m |
| KS 150 | 16.5 mi | 19m |
| I 135 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| US 81 Bus | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| US 40 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 54.8 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tecumseh, KS and Hutchinson, KS.
1
Start on Southeast 3rd Terrace
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southeast 3rd Terrace
2
At end of road, turn left onto Southeast Tecumseh Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Southeast Tecumseh Road
3
Turn right onto US 40
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 40
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 40
5
Merge onto US 40; KS 4
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
·
Oakland Expressway
6
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
7
Merge onto I 470
55 mi
·
54 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
9
Merge onto I 35
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
I 35
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 127A
Toward US 50: Newton
11
Keep slight left at fork
319 ft
·
7 sec
12
Enter roundabout
27 ft
·
0 sec
13
Continue
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
14
Enter roundabout onto US 50
33 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 50
15
Continue on US 50
25 mi
·
29 min
·
US 50
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward KS 150 West: Marion
17
Turn straight onto KS 150
17 mi
·
19 min
·
KS 150
18
Enter roundabout onto US 56
190 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 56
19
Continue on US 56
36 mi
·
42 min
·
US 56
20
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
21
Merge onto I 135; US 81
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 135; US 81
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 81 Business, KS 61, McPherson, Hutchinson
23
Continue on US 81 Bus; KS 61
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 81 Bus; KS 61
24
Continue on US 81 Business; KS 61
25 mi
·
27 min
·
US 81 Business; KS 61
25
Turn right onto East 11th Avenue
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 11th Avenue
26
Turn left onto North Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Maple Street
27
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 7th Avenue
28
Turn right
62 ft
·
4 sec
29
Arrive at 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 83.9 miles from Tecumseh, KS, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 37 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.9 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hutchinson, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tecumseh, 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 Tecumseh, KS
This is one driving day of about 167.7 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Tecumseh, 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 Kansas Turnpike for about 54.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.9 mi from Tecumseh, KS · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.9 miles from Tecumseh, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hutchinson, KS
The final approach into Hutchinson, 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 Hutchinson, 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
$26.22 one way
$52.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.79 | $57.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.27 | $64.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.03 | $74.05 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.74
Kansas Turnpike
(54.8 mi)
$2.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.61 | $8.05 |
| Efficient EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.67 | $6.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.48 | $10.73 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Hutchinson, KS
Morning in Hutchinson on Saturday
Local time
10:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
23 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 11m 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 Tecumseh, KS to Hutchinson, KS covers 167.7 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, US 56, US 81 Business. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.9 miles from Tecumseh, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.22 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 demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 167.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Southeast Tecumseh Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 40): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Tecumseh, KS to Hutchinson, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Mcpherson along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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