Origin
Whitman, KS
Afternoon in Whitman on Thursday
Local time
2:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitman, KS to Argonia, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
The drive from Whitman, KS to Argonia, KS covers 38.6 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 10th Avenue, East 10th Avenue, West 8th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.8 miles on West 10th Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 38.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 10th Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near US 160 / West Main 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 1h 9m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (US 160 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (US 81; US 160 / North A Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.3 miles (US 81; US 160 / North A Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 160 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 160 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 81; US 160 / North A Street
Enter roundabout onto US 81; US 160 / North A Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
17.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 81; US 160 / North A Street
Right onto US 81; US 160 / North A Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 81; US 160
Turn left onto US 81; US 160
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
18.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 160 / West 8th Street
Turn right onto US 160 / West 8th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 10th Avenue | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| East 10th Avenue | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| West 8th Street | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| East 16th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Oxford Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Valley Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| North River Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| North Sumner Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West 10th Avenue
— 13.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, KS and Argonia, KS.
1
Start on North River Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North River Road
2
Turn left onto East 40th Avenue North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 40th Avenue North
3
Turn right onto Valley Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Valley Road
4
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
5
Turn straight onto East 30th Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 30th Avenue North
6
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
7
Continue on North Oxford Road
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Oxford Road
8
Continue on North Sumner Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sumner Avenue
9
Turn right onto US 160
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on US 160
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
East 10th Avenue
11
Continue on US 160
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East 16th Street
12
Enter roundabout onto US 81; US 160
192 ft
·
4 sec
·
North A Street
13
Continue on US 81; US 160
237 ft
·
4 sec
·
North A Street
14
Turn straight onto US 81; US 160
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
East 15th Street
15
Turn left onto US 81; US 160
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 81; US 160
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto US 160
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West 8th Street
17
Continue on US 160
14 mi
·
20 min
·
West 10th Avenue
18
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Whitman, KS · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Whitman, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Argonia, KS
The final approach into Argonia, 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
$6.03 one way
$12.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.43 | $14.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Argonia, KS
Afternoon in Argonia on Thursday
Local time
2:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Wellington, KS
19 mi in
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
1 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
1h 9m 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 Whitman, KS to Argonia, KS covers 38.6 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 10th Avenue, East 10th Avenue, West 8th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Whitman, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.03 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 is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (US 160 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (US 81; US 160 / North A Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 17.3 miles (US 81; US 160 / North A Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Whitman, KS to Argonia, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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