Origin
Wichita, KS
Morning in Wichita on Saturday
Local time
6:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wichita, KS to Newton, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
26.5 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
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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Newton, KS
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Trip Overview
This short 26.5-mile drive between Wichita and Newton, Kansas, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking just about 33 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-135, this route is a highway-focused experience, perfect for a quick transit. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $4, it’s an economical journey. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entirety of this trip, so expect consistent flat landscapes. This straightforward drive is ideal for those looking for efficient travel between these two Kansas communities without significant detours or lengthy planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 26.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect an 86% highway experience on this route, dominated by I-135 for the longest stretch of 21.7 miles. North Broadway Street and KS-15 offer brief interludes, but the overall feel is one of consistent speed and directness. This isn't a route for winding scenic byways; it's designed for efficient travel. The road maintains a steady character for most of the journey, allowing you to cover ground quickly. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making for a predictable and smooth drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 135 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 135 and North Broadway Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 135; US 81; KS 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (KS 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Central Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto East Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 135; US 81; KS 15
Merge onto I 135; US 81; KS 15
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
24 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
KS 15
Take the exit onto KS 15 toward US 50 West, KS 15: Hutchinson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 30
Toward US 50 West, KS 15: Hutchinson
6
24.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
KS 15
Take the exit onto KS 15 toward KS 15 North: Newton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward KS 15 North: Newton
5
25 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
KS 15 / South Kansas Avenue
Turn left onto KS 15 / South Kansas Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 135 | 21.7 mi | 23m |
| North Broadway Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| KS 15 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Washington Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 13th Street North | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Kansas Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 135
— 21.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wichita, KS and Newton, KS.
1
Start on this road
359 ft
·
28 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Central Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Broadway Street
4
Turn right onto East 13th Street North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 13th Street North
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
6
Merge onto I 135; US 81; KS 15
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 135; US 81; KS 15
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto KS 15
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 15
Exit 30
Toward US 50 West, KS 15: Hutchinson
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit onto KS 15
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
KS 15
Toward KS 15 North: Newton
Use the sharp right lane.
9
Turn left onto KS 15
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Kansas Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto KS 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Road
11
Continue on KS 15
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
KS 15
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.14 one way
$8.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.85 | $11.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Newton, KS
Morning in Newton on Saturday
Local time
6:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
33m 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 Newton, KS covers 26.5 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 135, North Broadway Street, KS 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.3 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 $4.14 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 33m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (I 135; US 81; KS 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles (KS 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Wichita, KS to Newton, 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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