Origin
Harlan, KS
Afternoon in Harlan on Tuesday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harlan, KS to Claudell, 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
20m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harlan, KS
Pablo López
Claudell, KS
Alexis Cruz
Trip Overview
Harlan, KS to Claudell, KS is 16.4 miles and takes about 20m via KS 9, 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 journey. Given its brief distance, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a simple addition to a larger travel plan. You'll be covering ground primarily on a state highway, so expect a consistent driving experience without significant diversions.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 9 | 16.2 mi | 19m |
| County Road 632 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 9
— 16.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlan, KS and Claudell, KS.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto KS 9; US 281
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
KS 9; US 281
3
Turn left onto KS 9
13 mi
·
15 min
·
KS 9
4
Turn left onto County Road 632
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Road 632
5
Arrive at destination
County Road 632
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 16.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KS 9; US 281
Turn right onto KS 9; US 281
Navigation decision point
3
2.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
KS 9
Turn left onto KS 9
Navigation decision point
4
16.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
County Road 632
Turn left onto County Road 632
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.56 one way
$5.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.82 | $5.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 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 | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
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
Claudell, KS
Afternoon in Claudell on Tuesday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°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
20m 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 drive is almost entirely on highways, with a 99% highway share. You'll experience a focused highway-focused drive for the majority of the 16.4 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 16.2 miles on KS 9, meaning you'll have a long period of consistent road conditions. The route is predominantly two-lane highway, offering a smooth and direct connection between your starting and ending points in Kansas.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on KS 9.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 9 and County Road 632. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KS 9; US 281.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Harlan, KS to Claudell, KS is easy. At 20m with 99% 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 (KS 9; US 281): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (KS 9): Navigation decision point; at 16.3 miles (County Road 632): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 16.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on KS 9. 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 (KS 9; US 281): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (KS 9): Navigation decision point; at 16.3 miles (County Road 632): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Claudell, 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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