Origin
Hill City, KS
Evening in Hill City on Sunday
Local time
7:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hill City, KS to Overland Park, KS
Drive Time
5h 45m
Distance
324 mi
521 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 32m
★
6 AM
5h 45m
8 AM
6h 12m
10 AM
5h 55m
12 PM
5h 52m
3 PM
5h 56m
5 PM
6h 10m
8 PM
5h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Overland Park, KS
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Spanning 324 miles across the heart of the Great Plains, your journey from Hill City to Overland Park typically takes about 5 hours and 45 minutes. This trek is manageable as a single-day trip, though you should budget roughly $49 for fuel to cover the distance. You will traverse the state using a combination of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, and the Kansas Turnpike. Because the drive stays entirely within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent as you head east. It is a straightforward route that functions best when you have a full day to dedicate to the road, allowing you to reach your destination comfortably by evening.
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
162 miles from Hill City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mix of driving conditions as you move from local stretches toward major transit corridors. While 16% of the journey consists of highway driving, the route is defined by its turn-heavy local segments that demand your full attention. You will encounter a significant 147.6-mile stretch along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which provides the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. The road’s personality shifts from quieter, local paths to the more structured environment of the Kansas Turnpike. Navigating these transitions requires a balanced approach to your speed and focus, as the character of the road changes significantly between the open plains and the busier approach to Overland Park.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 147.6 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 262.4 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 12 significant decision points across 324 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 262.4 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 315 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 315.4 miles (I 635 / Harry Darby Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
262.4 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
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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
315 mi into trip
|
~5h 31m 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
5
315.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 31m in
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I 635 / Harry Darby Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 635 / Harry Darby Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
321.4 mi into trip
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~5h 39m in
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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
323.7 mi into trip
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~5h 44m in
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West 80th Street
Turn right onto West 80th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hill City, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
262.4 mi in
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~4h 37m
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via I 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 147.6 mi | 2h 27m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 90.3 mi | 1h 32m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 51.8 mi | 52m |
| South 4th Avenue | 24.7 mi | 36m |
| Harry Darby Memorial Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Metcalf Avenue | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 40 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 147.6 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hill City, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on North Pomeroy Avenue
61 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Pomeroy Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 24
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 283
25 mi
·
36 min
·
South 4th Avenue
4
Continue on US 40 Bus
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 40 Bus
5
Take the ramp onto US 40 Business
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 40 Business
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40
147 mi
·
2 hr 26 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9
Continue on I 70; US 40
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the none / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
11
Continue on I 70
52 mi
·
52 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 69
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto West 80th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West 80th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Marty Street
482 ft
·
22 sec
·
Marty Street
18
Turn right onto West 81st Street
182 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 81st Street
19
Turn left
134 ft
·
9 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to keeping this 5-hour and 45-minute drive stress-free. Since the trip includes one recommended stop, aim to pace yourself early to avoid fatigue during the longer highway segments. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, verify your route navigation before heading out to ensure you stay on track through the various highway connections. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the initial 147.6-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, as services may be spaced further apart than on the later turnpike sections. Being prepared for these varying road types will help you maintain a steady, safe pace from Hill City all the way to Overland Park.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162 miles from Hill City, KS, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.6 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
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 Hill City, 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 Hill City, KS
This is one driving day of about 324 miles and 5h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hill City, 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 147.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162 mi from Hill City, KS · 2h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162 miles from Hill City, 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 147.6 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
$49.21 one way
$98.42 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $54.25 | $108.50 |
| premium | $4.80 | $61.16 | $122.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.98 | $143.96 |
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
$49
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.02 | $15.55 |
| Efficient EV | 81 | 0 | $28.35 | $12.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.6 | 1 | $45.36 | $20.74 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Evening in Overland Park on Sunday
Local time
7:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
44°F
Valley Falls, KS
162 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
33 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
5h 45m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hill City, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 324 miles and takes about 5h 45m 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 162 miles from Hill City, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.21 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 12 significant decision points across 324 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 262.4 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 315 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 315.4 miles (I 635 / Harry Darby Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hill City, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
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