Pittsburg, Kansas to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

112.3 miles 180.8 km · straight line
140.4 miles estimated 226 km · driving distance
2h 50min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Pittsburg, Kansas from Tulsa?

The distance from Pittsburg, Kansas to Tulsa is 112.3 miles (180.8 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SW of Pittsburg, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 140.4 miles, taking about 2h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Pittsburg, Kansas in Kansas and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Pittsburg, Kansas and Tulsa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Pittsburg, Kansas to Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 50min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 24min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburg, Kansas & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Pittsburg, Kansas
37.41°N, 94.70°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 221.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients