Origin
Goddard, KS
Morning in Goddard on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goddard, KS to Wichita, 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
21m
Distance
14.6 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goddard, KS
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Wichita, KS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Goddard to Wichita, you are looking at a brief 14.6-mile commute across the Kansas Great Plains. This straightforward journey typically takes about 21 minutes, making it an effortless day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of just $2, the drive is highly economical for travelers moving between these two locations. Since you will be sticking to local roads like South Broadway Avenue and North Broadway Street, expect a simple, no-fuss experience. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route offers a practical connection that gets you to your destination in under half an hour.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.9 mi | 16m |
| South Broadway Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Kellogg Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
— 12.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goddard, KS and Wichita, KS.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 54; US 400
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Central Business District
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto East Kellogg Drive
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Kellogg Drive
6
Turn left onto South Broadway Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Broadway Avenue
7
Continue on North Broadway Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Broadway Street
8
Turn left onto East 3rd Street North
370 ft
·
20 sec
·
East 3rd Street North
9
Turn right onto North Market Street
315 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Market Street
10
Turn left
187 ft
·
13 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Turn right onto US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
13.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Central Business District
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Central Business District
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
East Kellogg Drive
Keep slight left at fork onto East Kellogg Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
North Market Street
Turn right onto North Market Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.28 one way
$4.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.51 | $5.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Wichita, KS
Morning in Wichita on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Mostly Clear
N 12 to 16 mph
0% chance
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
27 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
21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway share. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating local thoroughfares, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 12.9 miles on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. The personality of this drive shifts from the open feel of the memorial highway to the more structured environment of North Broadway Street. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing speed limits. It is a functional, short-distance drive that prioritizes direct access over high-speed travel.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Goddard, KS to Wichita, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Business District along the way.
Business District
13.2 mi in
|
~18m
About the Cities
Arriving in Wichita, KS
Full guide →Wichita is the largest city in Kansas — since Kansas City is divided between the states of Kansas and Missouri. It is not the biggest or flashiest city in the US, but it is a medium-sized city with a small-town feel. It offers much to tourists with its variety of attractions. === Tourist information === Visit Wichita website
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 14.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway. 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: near the start (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 54; US 400 / Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wichita, 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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