Origin
Wichita, KS
Late night in Wichita on Saturday
Local time
12:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Wichita, KS to Altamont, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
141.2 mi
227 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wichita, KS
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Altamont, KS
Magda Ehlers
Trip Overview
The drive from Wichita, KS to Altamont, KS covers 141.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.9 miles on Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.08 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
70.6 miles from Wichita, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 141.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 54m drive with frequent turns across 141.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 61.9 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 early in the drive.
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 2h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (North Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 113.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Market Street
Turn right onto North Market Street
Navigation decision point
6
113.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 169
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 169
6
113.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
US 169
Turn right onto US 169
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
124.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
US 160 / 4200 Road
Turn left onto US 160 / 4200 Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway | 61.9 mi | 1h 11m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 25.7 mi | 31m |
| Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway | 23.7 mi | 27m |
| US 160 | 15.4 mi | 22m |
| US 169 | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| 4200 Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West 7th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway
— 61.9 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita, KS and Altamont, KS.
1
Start on this road
44 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
187 ft
·
15 sec
3
Turn right onto North Market Street
361 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Market Street
4
Turn left onto East 3rd Street North
370 ft
·
20 sec
·
East 3rd Street North
5
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Broadway Street
6
Continue on South Broadway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway Avenue
7
Turn left onto East Kellogg Drive
381 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Kellogg Drive
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 54 East
9
Merge onto US 54; US 400
19 mi
·
23 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 54; US 400
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Avenue
11
Continue on US 54; US 77; US 400
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Continue on US 400
62 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway
13
Enter roundabout onto US 400
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
14
Continue on US 400
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 169
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 160
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
4200 Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto US 160
15 mi
·
22 min
·
US 160
19
Turn right onto Huston Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Huston Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Huston 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.6 miles from Wichita, KS, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 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 31 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.6 miles or 1h 26m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamont, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wichita, 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.
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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 Wichita, KS
This is one driving day of about 141.2 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Wichita, 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 Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway for about 61.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.6 mi from Wichita, KS · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.6 miles from Wichita, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.9 miles.
Arriving in Altamont, KS
The final approach into Altamont, 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 Altamont, 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
$22.08 one way
$44.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.24 | $48.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.17 | $54.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.18 | $62.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.83 | $6.78 |
| Efficient EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.35 | $5.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.5 | 0 | $19.77 | $9.04 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (65% 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
Altamont, KS
Late night in Altamont on Saturday
Local time
12:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Fredonia, KS
71 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
22 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
2h 54m 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 Wichita, KS to Altamont, KS covers 141.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.6 miles from Wichita, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.08 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.
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 straightforward 2h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (North Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 113.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wichita, KS to Altamont, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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