Origin
Danville, KS
Night in Danville on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Danville, KS to Attica, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danville, KS
Tien Nguyen
Attica, KS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward jaunt through the Kansas Great Plains, the 21.8-mile connection between Danville and Attica is a solid choice. This short trip takes approximately 32 minutes to complete, making it an easy excursion for a single day. You will primarily navigate via Odell Street and North Main Street, keeping the drive simple and accessible. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly affordable journey that won't strain your wallet. Since both towns reside within the same region, you can expect a consistent rural landscape throughout your travel. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B without any need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 160 | 13.5 mi | 20m |
| Odell Street | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Ryans Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 160
— 13.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danville, KS and Attica, KS.
1
Start on Ryans Avenue
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Ryans Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 160
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Odell Street
3
Turn left onto US 160; KS 2
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 160; KS 2
4
Turn right onto US 160
10 mi
·
15 min
·
US 160
5
Turn left onto North Main Street
116 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 21.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 160 / Odell Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 160 / Odell Street
Navigation decision point
3
8.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 160; KS 2
Turn left onto US 160; KS 2
Navigation decision point
4
11.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 160
Turn right onto US 160
Navigation decision point
4
21.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.41 one way
$6.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.20 | $8.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Attica, KS
Night in Attica on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
32m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise on this route. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 21.8 miles navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The road lacks long, straight stretches, meaning you should prepare for a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. Transitioning from Danville to Attica, the path maintains a steady, intimate pace through the local terrain. This is the perfect drive if you prefer winding, small-town roads over the monotony of major highways.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on US 160.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 160 and Odell Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 160 / Odell Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Danville, KS to Attica, KS is easy. At 32m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 160 / Odell Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles (US 160; KS 2): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (US 160): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 miles on US 160. 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 160 / Odell Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.3 miles (US 160; KS 2): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (US 160): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Attica, 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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