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Trip from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 41m

Distance

101.7 mi

164 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 34m ★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Kansas, United States

Arma, KS

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Downtown Overland Park, KS, KS

Overland Park, KS

Sam McCool

Trip Overview

This 101.7-mile journey from Arma, Kansas, to Overland Park, Kansas, will take you about 1 hour and 41 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical choice for a day trip. The drive predominantly stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. This route is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for more frequent navigation adjustments.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

50.8 miles from Arma, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, meaning you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates for long stretches. With a 0% highway share, this journey emphasizes navigating local roads and making more frequent turns. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall profile indicates a driving experience that requires consistent attention to your route. This isn't a monotonous highway grind; rather, it's a drive where you'll be actively engaged with the road and your surroundings.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North West Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS is easy. At 1h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North West Street
Blue Valley Parkway
Metcalf Avenue
Marty Street

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: North West Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arma, KS and Overland Park, KS.

1

Start on East Washington Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street
2

Turn right onto North West Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · North West Street
3

Turn right

94 mi · 1 hr 40 min
4

Take the exit slight left toward Blue Valley Parkway

0.6 mi · 48 sec · Blue Valley Parkway
5

Continue on Blue Valley Parkway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Blue Valley Parkway
6

Continue on Metcalf Avenue

4.5 mi · 8 min · Metcalf Avenue
7

Turn left onto Marty Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Marty Street
8

Turn left

295 ft · 22 sec
9

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 41-minute duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive, so aim to leave when it's most convenient. With only 101.7 miles and an estimated $15 fuel cost, you can easily manage stops for breaks or quick necessities along the way. Since it's not a long-haul interstate, pay close attention to local road signs and potential turns to keep your journey smooth. A good tip would be to have your GPS or maps readily available, given the 'turn-heavy' nature of this drive.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.8 miles from Arma, KS, or about 50m into the drive.

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 22 miles or 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.8 miles or 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Overland Park, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Arma, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Arma, KS

This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 1h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Arma, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 50.8 mi from Arma, KS · 50m into the drive

Downtown Pleasanton, KS, KS

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pleasanton, KS

51 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

Fort Scott, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pleasanton, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Arma, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Overland Park, KS

The final approach into Overland Park, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.90 one way

$31.80 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $17.46 $34.91
premium $4.89 $19.57 $39.14
diesel $5.61 $22.45 $44.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.5 0 $10.68 $4.88
Efficient EV 25.4 0 $8.90 $4.07
EV Truck/SUV 40.7 0 $14.24 $6.51

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Arma, KS

Night in Arma on Wednesday

Local time

11:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Overland Park, KS

Night in Overland Park on Wednesday

Local time

11:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Pleasanton, KS

51 mi in

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

18 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 41m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 101.7 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North West Street, Blue Valley Parkway, Metcalf Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 miles from Arma, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.90 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS is easy. At 1h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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