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Trip from Wichita, KS to Pittsburg, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

166.6 mi

268 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 9m ★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States

Wichita, KS

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city in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States

Pittsburg, KS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Wichita, KS to Pittsburg, KS covers 166.6 miles and takes about 3h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway, Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.6 miles on Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.05 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

83.3 miles from Wichita, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 166.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 20m drive with frequent turns across 166.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 70.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Wichita, KS to Pittsburg, KS is easy. At 3h 20m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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 0.1 miles (East 3rd Street North): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These 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 | North Market Street

Turn right onto North Market Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 3rd Street North

Turn left onto East 3rd Street North

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Broadway Street

Turn right onto North Broadway Street

Navigation decision point

5
1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge onto US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway 70.6 mi 1h 22m
Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway 61.9 mi 1h 11m
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway 25.7 mi 31m
US 69 5.4 mi 7m
West 4th Street 1 mi 1m
West 7th Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
South Broadway Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
North Broadway Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway — 70.6 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wichita, KS and Pittsburg, 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

71 mi · 1 hr 22 min · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn left onto US 69; US 160

5.4 mi · 7 min · US 69; US 160
16

Turn right onto KS 126

1.0 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street
17

Turn right onto US 69 Business

66 ft · 2 sec · North Broadway Street
18

Arrive at destination

US 69 Business

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 83.3 miles from Wichita, KS, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.6 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 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 83.3 miles or 1h 41m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburg, 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 166.6 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway for about 70.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 83.3 mi from Wichita, KS · 1h 41m into the drive

city in and county seat of Wilson County, Kansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fredonia, KS

83 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

Andover, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fredonia, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.3 miles from Wichita, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.6 miles.

Arriving in Pittsburg, KS

The final approach into Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, KS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

TOAST

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburg, Kansas

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 166.6

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+16202492441

Visit website

Otto's Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburg, Kansas

0.3 mi

Cafe Del Rio

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburg, Kansas

2.1 mi

TOAST

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+16202492441

Visit website

Otto's Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+16202404112

Visit website

Cafe Del Rio

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16202325895

Visit website

Kitchen Pass Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.9

Parsons, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16204211907

Visit website

The Kitchen Table

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.3

Fredonia, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+16206071200

McKay Street Coffeehouse

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 166.6

Frontenac, Kansas

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 130.9

Parsons, KS

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Wichita, KS

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 11.9

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 166.6

Pittsburg, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16202313100

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 166.6

Frontenac, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.05 one way

$52.09 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.60 $57.19
premium $4.89 $32.06 $64.12
diesel $5.61 $36.78 $73.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50 0 $17.49 $8.00
Efficient EV 41.7 0 $14.58 $6.66
EV Truck/SUV 66.6 0 $23.32 $10.66

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Wichita, KS

Late night in Wichita on Saturday

Local time

1:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pittsburg, KS

Late night in Pittsburg on Saturday

Local time

1:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

75°F

Fredonia, KS

83 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

3h 20m 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 Pittsburg, KS covers 166.6 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway, Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 83.3 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 $26.05 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.

The drive from Wichita, KS to Pittsburg, KS is easy. At 3h 20m with 3% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (North Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East 3rd Street North): Navigation decision point.

The route from Wichita, KS to Pittsburg, 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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