Origin
Salina, KS
Night in Salina on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
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Trip from Salina, KS to Aubry, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
183.4 mi
295 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salina, KS
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Aubry, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Salina, KS to Aubry, KS is 183.4 miles and takes about 3h 20m via Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward trip between two points in Kansas. Expect a route that involves a good amount of local road driving, so it's not a simple point-and-shoot interstate journey. It's a manageable distance for a single day, making it suitable for a quick transit or a leisurely exploration of the Kansas landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.7 miles from Salina, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 90.3 mi | 1h 32m |
| South Lawrence Trafficway | 36.5 mi | 40m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 23.2 mi | 23m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 14 mi | 14m |
| Overland Parkway | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| North 9th Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| I 435 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| West 199th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
— 90.3 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salina, KS and Aubry, KS.
1
Start on South 8th Street
92 ft
·
9 sec
·
South 8th Street
2
Turn left onto West Iron Avenue
279 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Iron Avenue
3
Turn right onto North 9th Street
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North 9th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 70 East: Topeka
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 70; US 40
22 mi
·
22 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
6
Continue on I 70; US 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
8
Continue on I 70; US 40
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
10
Continue on I 70
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 197
Toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
12
Turn right onto KS 10
36 mi
·
40 min
·
South Lawrence Trafficway
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 435 East
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 435
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 435
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward US 69
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 69 South: College Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 69 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 69 South
19
Merge onto US 69
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Overland Parkway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward 199th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn left onto West 199th Street
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
West 199th Street
22
Turn left onto Foster Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Foster Street
23
Turn right onto 197th Terrace
415 ft
·
23 sec
·
197th Terrace
24
Turn left onto Johnson Street
144 ft
·
6 sec
·
Johnson Street
25
Arrive at destination
Johnson Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longer highway stretches, and plan your fill-ups accordingly. Given the 'turn-heavy' nature of this drive, it's wise to have your navigation set up before you leave Salina. The fuel cost is estimated at $29, so factor that into your budget. There's one recommended stop for this route, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs and recalibrate before continuing to Aubry.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.7 miles from Salina, KS, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 40 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.7 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aubry, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Salina, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Salina, KS
This is one driving day of about 183.4 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Salina, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway for about 90.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.7 miles from Salina, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.3 miles.
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 195 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 170.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East: Topeka
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 70 East: Topeka
7
167.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 435 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 435 East
7
169.7 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Take the exit toward US 69
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward US 69
7
170.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 69 South: College Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 69 South: College Boulevard
7
170.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 69 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward US 69 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.67 one way
$57.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.48 | $62.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.29 | $70.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.49 | $80.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.70
Kansas Turnpike
(14 mi)
$0.70
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55 | 0 | $19.26 | $8.80 |
| Efficient EV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.05 | $7.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.4 | 0 | $25.68 | $11.74 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Aubry, KS
Night in Aubry on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 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
3h 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating more than just the main highways. While 15% of the drive is on highways like the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, much of it will be on local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 90.3 miles on the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent driving. Be prepared for frequent turns and changes in road type as you transition between these segments.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.3 mi on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 183.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 167.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 169.7 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.
Between Salina, KS and Aubry, KS, road signs point toward Kansas City and Lawrence.
Kansas City
115.5 mi in
|
~2h 1m
|
via I 70
Lawrence
130.3 mi in
|
~2h 16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 183.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.3 miles on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.70 in tolls one way, starting with Kansas Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Aubry, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 167.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 169.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Aubry, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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