Pittsburg, KS Road Trips
Pittsburg, KS serves as a quiet starting point in the Great Plains, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 373 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Pittsburg, KS head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
452.2 mi
Colby, KS
Quickest Drive
4h 43m
Gypsum, KS
Plan Around Pittsburg, KS
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Pittsburg, KS is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Pittsburg, KS
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pittsburg, KS
Driving from Pittsburg, KS
Expect an average of 373 miles and about 7h 14m behind the wheel when leaving Pittsburg, KS. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 452 miles (8h 8m), while the shortest is just 230 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Pittsburg, KS are Colby, KS (452.2 mi, 8h 8m), Park, KS (405.7 mi, 7h 21m), Ulysses, KS (396.5 mi, 8h 8m), Garden City, KS (382.3 mi, 7h 31m), and Attica, KS (229.6 mi, 5h). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in KS currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 373-mile trip from Pittsburg, KS, budget about $55 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Pittsburg, KS and 2 routes heading into Pittsburg, KS, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 230 to 452 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pittsburg, KS covers 452 miles and takes approximately 8h 8m. Shorter options start at just 230 miles.
The average route from Pittsburg, KS runs about 373 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 14m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 373-mile trip from Pittsburg, KS costs roughly $55 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pittsburg, KS include Colby, KS, Park, KS, Ulysses, KS and Garden City, KS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Pittsburg, KS by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
20,606
Median Income
$40,220
Median Home Value
$110,800
Median Age
26.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Pittsburg, KS at a Glance
Founded
1876
Elevation
942 ft
Area
13 mi²
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Pittsburg, KS.
Pittsburg Public Library
public library in Pittsburg, Kansas, United States
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