Origin
Kansas City, KS
Night in Kansas City on Thursday
Local time
10:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
203.1 mi
327 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 21m
★
6 AM
3h 33m
8 AM
3h 58m
10 AM
3h 42m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 43m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maize, KS
Los Muertos Crew
Trip Overview
This 203.1-mile drive from Kansas City, KS, to Maize, KS, will take you approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip primarily utilizing the Kansas Turnpike and US 69, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $32, this route offers an economical journey across the Great Plains. You'll encounter just one main road segment to be aware of, the longest stretch being 113.1 miles on the Kansas Turnpike. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 203.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 86% of your journey on high-speed roads. The majority of your time will be spent on the Kansas Turnpike, including a substantial 113.1-mile stretch without a major road change. You'll also navigate sections of US 69 and Southwest 20th Street. While the drive is largely consistent, the shift from the Turnpike to other highways will mark the progression of your trip. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a direct path designed for steady progress.
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 113.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 69. 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 Armstrong Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 203.1 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 (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 470 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Armstrong Avenue
Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 69
Take the ramp onto US 69 toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69...
8
55.6 mi into trip
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~59m in
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I 470 / Kansas Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470 / Kansas Turnpike toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
7
196.1 mi into trip
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~3h 24m in
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KS 96
Take the exit onto KS 96 toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
6
196.4 mi into trip
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~3h 24m in
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KS 96
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96 toward KS 96, Hutchinson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KS 96, Hutchinson
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
Wichita
55.6 mi in
|
~59m
|
via I 470
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 113.1 mi | 1h 53m |
| US 69 | 54.3 mi | 56m |
| Southwest 20th Street | 25.2 mi | 27m |
| KS 96 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| I 235 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street Trafficway | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| West 53rd Street North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Maize Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 113.1 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, KS and Maize, KS.
1
Start on this road
149 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
14 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 69
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North 7th Street Trafficway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 69
54 mi
·
56 min
·
US 69
Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470
113 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
7
At end of road, turn right onto Boyer Road
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
Boyer Road
8
Turn right onto KS 254
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Southwest 20th Street
9
Continue on I 235; KS 96
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 235; KS 96
10
Take the exit onto KS 96
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
KS 96
Exit 13
Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
KS 96
Toward KS 96, Hutchinson
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward 53rd Street, Maize Road
13
Turn left onto West 53rd Street North
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 53rd Street North
14
Turn left onto North Maize Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Maize Road
15
Turn right onto East Hickory Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Hickory Lane
16
Turn right onto North Heather Lane
225 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Heather Lane
17
Turn left onto Harvest Lane
500 ft
·
22 sec
·
Harvest Lane
18
Arrive at destination
North Queen Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 33-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave Kansas City, KS, in the morning to take advantage of daylight and less traffic. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway point, keeping in mind the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 113 miles. The fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you begin. Keep an eye out for signage directing you onto US 69 as you approach your destination in Maize, KS.
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 101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.1 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 45 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.6 miles or 1h 45m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maize, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kansas 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 Kansas City, KS
This is one driving day of about 203.1 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Kansas 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 Kansas Turnpike for about 113.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 101.6 mi from Kansas City, KS · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Kansas Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.1 miles.
Arriving in Maize, KS
The final approach into Maize, 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 Maize, 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
$31.75 one way
$63.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.86 | $69.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $39.08 | $78.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.84 | $89.68 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.65
Kansas Turnpike
(113.1 mi)
$5.65
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
$32
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.9 | 0 | $21.33 | $9.75 |
| Efficient EV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.77 | $8.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.2 | 1 | $28.43 | $13.00 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Maize, KS
Night in Maize on Thursday
Local time
10:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°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
9 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
3h 33m 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 Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS covers 203.1 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, US 69, Southwest 20th 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 101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.75 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 203.1 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 (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 470 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.
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