Origin
Allen, KS
Morning in Allen on Tuesday
Local time
6:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allen, KS to Emporia, KS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
17.7 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allen, KS
Tien Nguyen
Emporia, KS
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Trip Overview
Allen, KS to Emporia, KS is 17.7 miles and takes about 28 minutes via Road L and KS 99, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a quick connection between two Kansas communities, ideal for a brief journey. You'll find the route is primarily on well-maintained state roads, making for an easy and efficient trip. Consider this drive when you need a simple, direct way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Road L | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| KS 99 | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 5th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Road L
— 10.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allen, KS and Emporia, KS.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on Road L
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Road L
3
Turn straight onto KS 99
7.2 mi
·
13 min
·
KS 99
4
Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
5
Arrive at destination
West 5th Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 17.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
17.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
West 5th Avenue
Turn right onto West 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.77 one way
$5.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.04 | $6.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.41 | $6.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Emporia, KS
Morning in Emporia on Tuesday
Local time
6:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, with about 41% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 10.1 miles on Road L, offering a solid period of uninterrupted travel. As you transition to KS 99 and then North Main Street, the character of the drive shifts slightly, becoming more integrated into local infrastructure. Expect a blend of open road and more developed areas as you approach your destination. The overall feel is practical, designed for efficient transit rather than scenic exploration.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.1 mi on Road L.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in near West 5th Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Allen, KS to Emporia, KS is easy. At 28m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 17.6 miles (West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 17.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.1 miles on Road L. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 17.6 miles (West 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Emporia, KS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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