This 147.4-mile drive from Herington, Kansas, to Overland Park, Kansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. You'll spend about 60% of your time on highways, primarily the Kansas Turnpike, with a significant 87.8-mile stretch on this main artery. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $23, making it an economical choice. This route offers a mixed driving experience, allowing you to traverse the familiar Great Plains landscape of Kansas without needing an overnight stop. It's a straightforward trip that fits well into a single day's travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.7 miles from Herington, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 147.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a substantial 60% share of highway driving. The Kansas Turnpike will be your primary companion for a considerable 87.8 miles, offering a consistent pace. As you transition off the turnpike and onto local roads like East Trapp Street and West 8th Street, the character of the drive will shift. While much of the journey is on well-maintained highways, be prepared for the change in road type and potential for slower speeds as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both open-road cruising and more localized travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kansas Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 87.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North A Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North A Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North A Street
Turn left onto North A Street
Navigation decision point
5
50.6 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|I 335 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge onto I 335 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
138.4 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
144.9 mi into trip|~2h 44m 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
147.2 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|West 80th Street
Turn right onto West 80th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kansas Turnpike
87.8 mi
1h 28m
East Trapp Street
41.7 mi
52m
West 8th Street
7.8 mi
11m
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
4.4 mi
5m
Metcalf Avenue
3.9 mi
6m
North E Street
0.3 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West 80th Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 87.8 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Herington, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on this road
15 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North A Street
118 ft·6 sec·North A Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto North E Street
0.3 mi·1 min·North E Street
5
Turn left onto US 56 Business
42 mi·52 min·East Trapp Street
6
Continue on US 56
7.8 mi·11 min·West 8th Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
9
Merge onto I 335
88 mi·1 hr 28 min·Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Exit 418AToward I 635 SouthUse 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
For this relatively short 147.4-mile journey, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. With a total duration of just under 3 hours, you can easily complete it in a single day. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs or refuel, especially considering the longest uninterrupted stretch is 87.8 miles on the Kansas Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $23, and it’s always wise to top up before embarking on longer highway segments. Departing in the morning will allow ample time to reach Overland Park without feeling rushed.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.7 miles from Herington, KS, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.8 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
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 Herington, 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 Herington, KS
This is one driving day of about 147.4 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Herington, 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 Kansas Turnpike for about 87.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Herington, KS
· 1h 30m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The path to equality has been anything but smooth. It's taken courage and dedication by everyday people coming together for a common goal to carry the country toward true equality. Parents, teachers,...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.04 one way
$46.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.30
$50.60
premium
$4.89
$28.37
$56.73
diesel
$5.61
$32.54
$65.09
Estimated Tolls: $4.39
Kansas Turnpike
(87.8 mi)$4.39
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
$23
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.2
0
$15.48
$7.08
Efficient EV
36.9
0
$12.90
$5.90
EV Truck/SUV
59
0
$20.64
$9.43
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Herington, KS
Late night
in Herington on Saturday
Local time
12:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Overland Park, KS
Late night
in Overland Park on Saturday
Local time
12:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Tecumseh, KS
74 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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 50m 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 Herington, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 147.4 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, East Trapp Street, West 8th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 miles from Herington, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.04 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North A Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Herington, KS to Overland Park, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
