Origin
Ionia, KS
Morning in Ionia on Tuesday
Local time
7:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ionia, KS to Jewell, 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
39m
Distance
26.6 mi
43 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ionia, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Ionia, KS to Jewell, KS is 26.6 miles and takes about 39m via US 36, K-128, and KS 14, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive through Kansas's open landscapes. It's a simple point-to-point journey, ideal if you're looking for a quick connection between two points without extensive detours. Plan for a brief travel time, making it an easy addition to a larger itinerary or a standalone trip on a clear day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 36 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| K-128 | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| KS 14 | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 228 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pearl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Elk Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 36
— 9.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ionia, KS and Jewell, KS.
1
Start on Elk Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Elk Street
2
Turn right onto KS 228
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 228
3
Turn right onto K-128
8.6 mi
·
15 min
·
K-128
4
Turn right onto US 36; K-128
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
US 36; K-128
5
Turn right onto KS 14
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
KS 14
6
Turn left onto Pearl Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Pearl Street
7
Arrive at destination
Pearl Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 26.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KS 228 / State Highway 228
Turn right onto KS 228 / State Highway 228
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
K-128
Turn right onto K-128
Navigation decision point
4
9.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 36; K-128
Turn right onto US 36; K-128
Navigation decision point
4
18.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
KS 14
Turn right onto KS 14
Navigation decision point
4
26.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Pearl Street
Turn left onto Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.16 one way
$8.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.57 | $9.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Jewell, KS
Morning in Jewell on Tuesday
Local time
7:17 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
1 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
39m 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 primarily highway-focused, with 66% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 9.5 miles on US 36, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. The route incorporates US 36, K-128, and KS 14, suggesting a mix of well-maintained highways that allow for steady travel. Expect a driving experience characterized by open roads and efficient transit, typical of the Great Plains region.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.5 mi on US 36.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 36 and K-128. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near KS 228 / State Highway 228.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ionia, KS to Jewell, KS is easy. At 39m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (KS 228 / State Highway 228): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (K-128): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (US 36; K-128): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 26.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.5 miles on US 36. 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 0.2 miles (KS 228 / State Highway 228): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (K-128): Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (US 36; K-128): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jewell, 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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