Origin
Wilsey, KS
Late night in Wilsey on Thursday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilsey, KS to Delavan, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
12m
Distance
9.1 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilsey, KS
Darya Sannikova
Delavan, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
This short, 9.1-mile drive from Wilsey to Delavan, Kansas, will only take about 12 minutes, making it a perfect, quick hop. Operating almost entirely on US 56, with brief segments on 1800 Road and North Street, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, it's an incredibly economical journey. The drive is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward path through the Great Plains region. You won't need an overnight stay for this straightforward connection.
Drive Character
Expect a decidedly highway-focused experience for 85% of this trip, as you'll spend most of your time on US 56. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.7 miles on US 56, providing a consistent pace. This road's personality is direct and efficient, characteristic of drives connecting small towns within the Great Plains. You'll find the transition between US 56, 1800 Road, and North Street to be brief and uncomplicated.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 56 and 1800 Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 4th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 4 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 (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 4th Street
Turn right onto North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Street
Turn right onto North Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North 1st Street
Turn left onto North 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 56
Turn left onto US 56
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 56 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| 1800 Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 56
— 7.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilsey, KS and Delavan, KS.
1
Start on Main Street
30 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto North 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 4th Street
3
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Street
4
Turn left onto North 1st Street
407 ft
·
11 sec
·
North 1st Street
5
Continue on 1800 Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1800 Road
6
Turn left onto US 56
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
US 56
7
Arrive at destination
US 56
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.42 one way
$2.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.56 | $3.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.75 | $3.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Delavan, KS
Late night in Delavan on Thursday
Local time
2:59 AM
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
12m 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 Wilsey, KS to Delavan, KS covers 9.1 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 56, 1800 Road, North Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.5 miles from Wilsey, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.42 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 12m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wilsey, KS to Delavan, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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