Origin
White City, KS
Afternoon in White City on Thursday
Local time
1:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White City, KS to Delavan, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White City, KS
Rumeysa Blgr
Delavan, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
This short 14-mile drive from White City, KS to Delavan, KS takes approximately 21 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. Primarily utilizing KS 149, KS 4, and US 56, this route is almost entirely highway, making for a straightforward journey. With a low estimated fuel cost of just $2, it's an economical option for a quick hop. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout. This drive is ideal for fitting into a larger itinerary or for a local excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 14 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 98% of this 14-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.1 miles on KS 149, offering a good period of consistent travel. As you transition between KS 149, KS 4, and US 56, the road maintains a high-speed character, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. This profile suggests a drive where you can maintain a steady pace for most of the journey, making it efficient and predictable.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KS 149 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 149 and KS 4. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near US 56.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from White City, KS to Delavan, KS is easy. At 21m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.2 miles (US 56): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
10.2 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 56
Turn right onto US 56
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 149 | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| KS 4 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| US 56 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| West Mackenzie Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
KS 149
— 6.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White City, KS and Delavan, KS.
1
Start on KS 4
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Mackenzie Street
2
Turn slight left onto KS 4
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
KS 4
3
Continue on KS 149
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
KS 149
4
Turn right onto US 56
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 56
5
Arrive at destination
US 56
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.19 one way
$4.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.40 | $4.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Delavan, KS
Afternoon in Delavan on Thursday
Local time
1:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
6 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
21m 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 White City, KS to Delavan, KS covers 14 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 149, KS 4, US 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 miles from White City, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.19 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 White City, KS to Delavan, KS is easy. At 21m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 10.2 miles (US 56): Navigation decision point.
The route from White City, KS to Delavan, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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