Origin
Eudora, KS
Night in Eudora on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS
Drive Time
37m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eudora, KS
Guilherme Simão
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Eudora and Kansas City, this 34.7-mile trek is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $5, it is an incredibly economical way to traverse this portion of the Great Plains. You will primarily navigate via East 10th Street, North 1400 Road, and KS 10 East to reach your destination. Because the journey is brief, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. It serves as a practical, no-frills connection between these two Kansas locations.
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
17.3 miles from Eudora, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than cruising on autopilot. This route features 0% highway share, meaning you will avoid the monotonous grind of major interstates in favor of localized roads. Navigating these segments requires your full attention as the path shifts between East 10th Street and North 1400 Road. Because the drive is relatively short, there are no exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches to contend with. You will find that the road profile remains consistent throughout the 37-minute duration, favoring a hands-on driving experience over high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 10th 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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS is easy. At 37m 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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 1400 Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| KS 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 169 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 7th Street Trafficway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Armstrong Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East 10th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eudora, KS and Kansas City, KS.
1
Start on Main Street
512 ft
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto East 10th Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 10th Street
3
Continue on North 1400 Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 1400 Road
4
Take the ramp left toward KS 10 East: Lenexa
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
KS 10 East: Lenexa
5
Merge slight left
16 mi
·
17 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
390 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North: Des Moines
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35 North: Des Moines
10
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
3 min
11
Merge slight right
8.6 mi
·
10 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 169
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 169
13
Turn left onto South 7th Street Trafficway
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South 7th Street Trafficway
14
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
18 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
15
Turn left
148 ft
·
11 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 34.7-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for formal stops, as the duration is manageable in one go without the need for breaks. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before you head out to avoid any mid-trip inconveniences. Because this route involves several turns on local roads, stay alert at intersections to ensure you stay on the correct path. Taking advantage of the short drive time allows you to easily fit this travel into a busy schedule without needing a complex itinerary.
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 17.3 miles from Eudora, KS, or about 18m 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 34.7 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas City, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eudora, 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 Eudora, KS
This is one driving day of about 34.7 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eudora, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Eudora, KS · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Eudora, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas City, KS
The final approach into Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Kansas City, KS
Night in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
9:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
37m 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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS covers 34.7 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 10th Street, North 1400 Road, KS 10 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Eudora, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.27 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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS is easy. At 37m 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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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