Ulysses, KS Road Trips
With 1 routes heading out and 5 heading in, Ulysses, KS works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 400 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Ulysses, KS head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
410.6 mi
Shawnee, KS
Quickest Drive
4h 13m
Hutchinson, KS
Plan Around Ulysses, KS
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Ulysses, KS is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Ulysses, KS
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Ulysses, KS
Driving from Ulysses, KS
On average, trips departing from Ulysses, KS run 400 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 51m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 400 miles (7h 51m), while the shortest is just 400 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Ulysses, KS most often head toward Lenexa, KS (399.9 mi, 7h 51m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in KS currently averages around $3.79 per gallon. For the typical 400-mile trip from Ulysses, KS, budget about $60 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 1 mapped routes leaving Ulysses, KS and 5 routes heading into Ulysses, KS, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 400 to 400 miles.
The longest mapped route from Ulysses, KS covers 400 miles and takes approximately 7h 51m. Shorter options start at just 400 miles.
The average route from Ulysses, KS runs about 400 miles with a drive time of roughly 7h 51m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.79/gallon for regular), the average 400-mile trip from Ulysses, KS costs roughly $60 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Ulysses, KS include Lenexa, KS. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Ulysses, KS by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,812
Median Income
$63,765
Median Home Value
$123,100
Median Age
32.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Ulysses, KS at a Glance
Founded
1888
Elevation
3,051 ft
Area
3 mi²
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Ulysses, KS.
Grant County Courthouse District
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