Origin
Colby, KS
Morning in Colby on Monday
Local time
6:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colby, KS to Overland Park, KS
Drive Time
6h 26m
Distance
375.6 mi
604 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
35 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 15m
★
6 AM
6h 27m
8 AM
6h 52m
10 AM
6h 36m
12 PM
6h 33m
3 PM
6h 37m
5 PM
6h 50m
8 PM
6h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colby, KS
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Overland Park, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Colby, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 375.6 miles and takes about 6h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, Kansas Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 221.8 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
187.8 miles from Colby, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 26m drive with frequent turns across 375.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 221.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 314 miles in near I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 375.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 314 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 373 miles (Metcalf Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
314 mi into trip
|
~5h 19m in
|
I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway toward I-70 East, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
7
366.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 635 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
6
373 mi into trip
|
~6h 20m in
|
Metcalf Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
375.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 25m in
|
West 80th Street
Turn right onto West 80th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
375.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 26m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Colby, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
314 mi in
|
~5h 19m
|
via I 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 221.8 mi | 3h 41m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 90.3 mi | 1h 32m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 51.8 mi | 52m |
| Harry Darby Memorial Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Metcalf Avenue | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| North Range Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 80th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 221.8 mi, about 3h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colby, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on West 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
West 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto KS 25
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Range Avenue
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
4
Merge onto I 70
221 mi
·
3 hr 40 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Continue on I 70; US 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
9
Continue on I 70
52 mi
·
52 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
12
Continue on US 69
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto West 80th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West 80th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Marty Street
482 ft
·
22 sec
·
Marty Street
16
Turn right onto West 81st Street
182 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 81st Street
17
Turn left
134 ft
·
9 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 187.8 miles from Colby, KS, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 221.8 miles.
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 83 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 187.8 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 20m
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 Colby, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Colby, KS
This is one driving day of about 375.6 miles and 6h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Colby, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 221.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 187.8 mi from Colby, KS · 3h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
188 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 187.8 miles from Colby, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 221.8 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Overland Park, KS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.03 one way
$114.07 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
131 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $62.87 | $125.75 |
| premium | $4.80 | $70.89 | $141.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $83.42 | $166.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.59
Kansas Turnpike
(51.8 mi)
$2.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
35 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sonic Drive-In - Tesla Supercharger
Oakley, KS
Tesla
12 DCFC
West's Plaza Country Mart - Tesla Supercharger
Abilene, KS
Tesla
12 DCFC
Lawrence Service Area - Tesla Supercharger
Tonganoxie, KS
Tesla
12 DCFC
Oasis Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Colby, KS
Tesla
10 DCFC
WaKeeney, KS Rechargery Relay - S 1st St
WaKeeney, KS
IONNA
10 DCFC
Abilene, KS Rechargery Relay - Buckeye Ave
Abilene, KS
IONNA
10 DCFC
Sonic Drive-In - Tesla Supercharger
Russell, KS
Tesla
8 DCFC
Arby's - Tesla Supercharger
Topeka, KS
Tesla
8 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 10
Tesla: 9
Electrify America: 4
EV Connect: 3
eVgo Network: 3
IONNA: 2
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
SYNERGEV: 1
CHARGELAB: 1
RED_E: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 112.7 | 1 | $39.44 | $18.03 |
| Efficient EV | 93.9 | 1 | $32.87 | $15.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150.2 | 1 | $52.58 | $24.04 |
Gas CO2
131 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Overland Park, KS
Morning in Overland Park on Monday
Local time
6:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Newton, KS
188 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
8 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
6h 26m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Colby, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 375.6 miles and takes about 6h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, Kansas Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 187.8 miles from Colby, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 375.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 314 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 373 miles (Metcalf Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Colby, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
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