Origin
Hutchinson, KS
Late night in Hutchinson on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hutchinson, KS to Benton, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hutchinson, KS
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Benton, KS
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Trip Overview
Hutchinson to Benton is 59.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via KS 14 and KS 254, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey between two Kansas locations. Given its short duration and highway focus, it's an ideal route for a quick trip or an addition to a longer itinerary. You'll find the majority of this route is on well-maintained highways, making for an efficient transit. Consider this trip if you're looking for a simple, direct connection between these two points with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 14 | 41.9 mi | 46m |
| KS 254 | 13 mi | 14m |
| North Main Street | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Woodie Seat Freeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue A | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 7th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Benton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 14
— 41.9 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson, KS and Benton, KS.
1
Start on this road
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East 7th Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
4
Turn right onto West Avenue A
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Avenue A
5
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
6
Continue on Woodie Seat Freeway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodie Seat Freeway
7
Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on KS 14; KS 96
42 mi
·
46 min
·
KS 14; KS 96
Toward Wichita
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on KS 254
13 mi
·
14 min
·
KS 254
Toward KS 254, El Dorado
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
11
Turn right onto Benton Street
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Benton Street
12
Arrive at destination
Benton Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Hutchinson, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.7 — 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
|
East 7th Avenue
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Avenue A
Turn right onto West Avenue A
Navigation decision point
4
45.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
KS 254
Continue onto KS 254 toward KS 254, El Dorado
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward KS 254, El Dorado
4
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.29 one way
$18.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.20 | $20.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Benton, KS
Late night in Benton on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
21 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
1h 10m 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 route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the drive taking place on these faster roads. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the trip, including one uninterrupted stretch of 41.9 miles on KS 14. The roads are generally clear and direct, allowing for steady progress. Expect a practical and efficient driving experience rather than a winding, scenic tour. This highway-centric profile means you'll spend most of your time covering ground efficiently.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.9 mi on KS 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 14 and KS 254. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 7th Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Avenue A): Navigation decision point.
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.
Between Hutchinson, KS and Benton, KS, road signs point toward Wichita and El Dorado.
Wichita
3.9 mi in
|
~8m
|
via KS 14; KS 96
El Dorado
45.8 mi in
|
~54m
|
via KS 254
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.9 miles on KS 14. 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 (East 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Avenue A): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Benton, 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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