Rest Stops NearbyRest areaUS-81 · Southbound
US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161
You will find US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161 on US-81 (southbound) by Bennington, Kansas, around mile marker 161. Truckers get 5 dedicated spaces, per FHWA data. It is about 89 miles (straight line) from Wichita, KS.
| Highway | US-81 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 161 |
| Location | Bennington, Ottawa County, Kansas Directions (38.9599, -97.6411) |
| Amenities | Amenities not mapped. Know what is here? Tell us below. |
| Truck parking | 5 spaces (FHWA survey) |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey). Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on US-81
Heading southbound
No further southbound stop in our list on US-81.
Heading northbound
US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161
about < 1 miles · Rest area near Bennington
Other side of the highway: US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161 (Northbound).
Overnight parking
A night's sleep in your vehicle is allowed in Kansas, for up to 24 hours.
Legal source: K.A.R. 36-32-2. Rules and closures in Kansas
Rest stops on other highways nearby
- I-70 Rest Area at Mile 265 Rest area12 truck spaces
- I-70 Rest Area at Mile 224 Rest areaRestrooms 8 truck spaces
- I-70 Rest Area at Mile 224 Rest areaRestrooms 10 truck spaces
Straight-line distances.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161?
On US-81 southbound at mile 161 near Bennington in Ottawa County, Kansas. The Directions link opens the spot in Google Maps.
Which direction does US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161 serve?
Southbound traffic on US-81. Traffic the other way uses US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161.
How far is the next rest stop after US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161?
Northbound: US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161, about < 1 miles.
Can you sleep at US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161?
A night's sleep in your vehicle is allowed in Kansas, for up to 24 hours.
Is there truck parking at US-81 Rest Area at Mile 161?
Yes, there are 5 truck parking spaces (FHWA count).
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