The drive from Hugoton, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 413 miles and takes about 7h 57m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, I 35, North Main Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 219.2 miles on US 50.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $64.57 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
206.5 miles from Hugoton, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 5m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 57m. Total distance: 413 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 57m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 57m highway drive covering 413 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and I 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 219.2 miles on US 50.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 219.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,111 ft1,014 ft
Total Climb
66 ft
Total Descent
2,097 ft
Highest Point
3,111 ft
Elevation Range
2,097 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and I 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 240.3 miles in near US 50.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 413 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 240.3 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 243 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 312 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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240.3 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Sa...
6
243 mi into trip|~4h 47m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 33
Toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
6
312 mi into trip|~6h 9m in
Enter roundabout toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
8
409.7 mi into trip|~7h 50m in
Take the exit toward 75th Street, 87th Street Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 225
Toward 75th Street, 87th Street Parkway
9
409.8 mi into trip|~7h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 87th Street Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 225A
Toward 87th Street Parkway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hugoton, KS and Overland Park, KS, road signs point toward Emporia, Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka.
Emporia
240.3 mi in|~4h 44m|via US 50
Kansas City
312 mi in|~6h 9m
Wichita
312 mi in|~6h 9m
Topeka
312 mi in|~6h 9m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
219.2 mi
4h 15m
I 35
97.2 mi
1h 40m
North Main Street
84.3 mi
1h 42m
US 56
8.3 mi
10m
West 87th Street
1.5 mi
2m
Santa Fe Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Valley View Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Newton Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 219.2 mi, about 4h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hugoton, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on South Jackson Street
193 ft·10 sec·South Jackson Street
2
Turn right onto West 7th Street
497 ft·18 sec·West 7th Street
3
Turn left onto US 56; KS 25
84 mi·1 hr 42 min·North Main Street
4
Continue on US 56; US 400
1.2 mi·1 min·US 56; US 400
5
Continue on US 56; US 283; US 400
0.2 mi·11 sec·US 56; US 283; US 400
6
Keep straight at fork
316 ft·4 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 56; US 283; US 400
3.9 mi·4 min·US 56; US 283; US 400
8
Turn right onto US 56; US 283
3.1 mi·3 min·US 56; US 283
9
Turn right onto US 50; US 56; US 283
68 mi·1 hr 18 min·US 50; US 56; US 283
10
Enter roundabout onto US 50
162 ft·2 sec·US 50
11
Continue on US 50
79 mi·1 hr 31 min·US 50
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
2.7 mi·2 min·US 50
Toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, EmporiaUse the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 50
26 mi·31 min·US 50
Exit 33Toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
14
Enter roundabout onto US 50
213 ft·9 sec·US 50
Toward US 50 East: Emporia
15
Continue on US 50
43 mi·50 min·US 50
Toward US 50 East: Emporia
16
Enter roundabout
364 ft·4 sec
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
17
Continue
0.2 mi·10 sec
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
18
Enter roundabout
30 ft·0 sec
Toward I 35 North: Kansas City
19
Continue
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 35 North: Kansas City
20
Merge onto I 35
95 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 35
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169
2.6 mi·2 min·I 35; US 56; US 169
Toward I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des MoinesUse the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 225Toward 75th Street, 87th Street ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 225AToward 87th Street ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn straight onto West 87th Street
1.5 mi·2 min·West 87th Street
25
Continue on Santa Fe Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·Santa Fe Drive
26
Turn right onto Newton Street
515 ft·29 sec·Newton Street
27
Turn left onto Valley View Drive
0.1 mi·29 sec·Valley View Drive
28
Turn left onto Overland Park Drive
267 ft·15 sec·Overland Park Drive
29
Turn right onto West 81st Street
232 ft·11 sec·West 81st Street
30
Turn right
134 ft·9 sec
31
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 206.5 miles from Hugoton, KS, or about 4h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.2 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 91 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 206.5 miles or 4h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 51m
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 Hugoton, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hugoton, KS
This is one driving day of about 413 miles and 7h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Hugoton, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 219.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 206.5 mi from Hugoton, KS
· 4h 5m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
123.9
1
$43.36
$19.82
Efficient EV
103.3
1
$36.14
$16.52
EV Truck/SUV
165.2
2
$57.82
$26.43
Gas CO2
145 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hugoton, KS
Afternoon
in Hugoton on Friday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Overland Park, KS
Afternoon
in Overland Park on Friday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Newton, KS
207 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
11 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
7h 57m 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 Hugoton, KS to Overland Park, KS covers 413 miles and takes about 7h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, I 35, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 206.5 miles from Hugoton, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $64.57 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 24 significant decision points across 413 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 240.3 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 243 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 312 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hugoton, KS and Overland Park, KS, road signs point toward Emporia, Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 1,014 ft to 3,111 ft elevation with about 66 ft of total climbing.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
