Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Great Bend travel guide

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You're Going to Love Great Bend

With a population of 15,995, Great Bend is a must-see destination in Kansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Great Bend has to offer.

When to visit Great Bend

Great Bend in May
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Great Bend in May
Estimated hotel price
$81
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Great Bend in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Great Bend, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Great Bend

Plane

When flying to Great Bend, you’ll arrive at Great Bend (GBD), which is located 6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Great Bend is to pick up a car rental from Wichita, which is about 91 miles from Great Bend. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Wichita.

Plane

When flying to Great Bend, you’ll arrive at Great Bend (GBD), which is located 6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Great Bend is to pick up a car rental from Wichita, which is about 91 miles from Great Bend. You’ll find branches of Payless and Turo, among others, in Wichita.

Airports near Great Bend

SLNSalina
GBDGreat Bend
ICTWichita Eisenhower National

Airlines serving Great Bend

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,408 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
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Where to stay in Great Bend

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Angus Inn and Super 8 by Wyndham Great Bend.

Where to stay in popular areas of Great Bend

Most booked hotels in Great Bend

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Great Bend
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 159 reviews)
$153+
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Park View Inn & Suites By OYO Hoisington
2 stars
Excellent (9, 36 reviews)
$98+
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Best Western Angus Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 270 reviews)
$125+
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Big Bend Traveler's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 240 reviews)
$61+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 130 reviews)
$88+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Great Bend
2 stars
Good (7.3, 325 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Great Bend

Renting a car in Great Bend costs $81 per day, on average, or $243 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Great Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Great Bend costs $81 per day, on average, or $243 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Great Bend (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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