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Trip from Leavenworth, KS to Altamont, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 44m

Distance

184.1 mi

296 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 32m ★
6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States

Leavenworth, KS

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Downtown Altamont, KS, KS

Altamont, KS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Leavenworth, KS to Altamont, KS covers 184.1 miles and takes about 3h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 169, I 35, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.7 miles on US 169. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.78 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

92.1 miles from Leavenworth, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 184.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 44m highway drive covering 184.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 169 and I 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.7 miles on US 169.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and I 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KS 92 / Spruce Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 44m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KS 92 / Spruce Street): Navigation decision point; at 34 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.3 miles (I 35; US 50; US 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | KS 92 / Spruce Street

At end of road, turn left onto KS 92 / Spruce Street

Navigation decision point

6
34 mi into trip | ~48m in

Turn left toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West: Wichita

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West: Wich...
5
34.3 mi into trip | ~49m in | I 35; US 50; US 56

Merge onto I 35; US 50; US 56

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
65.1 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | US 59

Take the exit onto US 59 toward US 59 South: Garnett

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 183 Toward US 59 South: Garnett
6
167.1 mi into trip | ~3h 19m in | US 160 / 4200 Road

Turn left onto US 160 / 4200 Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 169 71.7 mi 1h 22m
I 35 30.8 mi 31m
North Main Street 28.6 mi 37m
US 160 15.4 mi 22m
South Princeton Street 12.4 mi 14m
South State Road 9.9 mi 11m
US 59 7.9 mi 9m
South 4th Street 3.2 mi 6m
Longest stretch: US 169 — 71.7 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth, KS and Altamont, KS.

1

Start on this road

277 ft · 25 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto KS 92

0.6 mi · 1 min · Spruce Street
3

Turn right onto US 73; K-7

3.2 mi · 6 min · South 4th Street
4

Continue on US 73; K-7

29 mi · 37 min · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on South Lone Elm Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Lone Elm Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
6

Turn left

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West: Wichita
7

Merge onto I 35; US 50; US 56

29 mi · 30 min · I 35; US 50; US 56
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 59

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 50; US 59
9

Take the exit onto US 59

0.3 mi · 43 sec · US 59
Exit 183 Toward US 59 South: Garnett
10

Turn left onto US 59

12 mi · 14 min · South Princeton Street
11

Continue on US 59

493 ft · 6 sec · North State Street
12

Continue on US 59

9.9 mi · 11 min · South State Road
13

Enter roundabout onto US 59; US 169; KS 31

122 ft · 1 sec · US 59; US 169; KS 31
14

Continue on US 59; US 169; KS 31

7.6 mi · 8 min · US 59; US 169; KS 31
Use the straight / left lanes.
15

Continue on US 169

72 mi · 1 hr 22 min · US 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16

Turn left onto US 160

1.4 mi · 2 min · 4200 Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17

Turn slight right onto US 160

15 mi · 22 min · US 160
18

Turn right onto Huston Avenue

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Huston Avenue
19

Arrive at destination

Huston Avenue

Trip Plan

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 92.1 miles from Leavenworth, KS, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.7 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 41 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 92.1 miles or 1h 52m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamont, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Leavenworth, 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 Leavenworth, KS

This is one driving day of about 184.1 miles and 3h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Leavenworth, 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 US 169 for about 71.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 92.1 mi from Leavenworth, KS · 1h 52m into the drive

city in Kansas, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Scott, KS

92 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

Lenexa, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Scott, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 92.1 miles from Leavenworth, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 169 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.7 miles.

Arriving in Altamont, KS

The final approach into Altamont, 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 Altamont, KS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Rincon Azteca Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chanute, Kansas

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.5

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16209025092

The Grain Bin Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chanute, Kansas

2.1 mi

Little China Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Chanute, Kansas

1.9 mi

El Rincon Azteca Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.5

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16209025092

The Grain Bin Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.5

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+16204317373

Little China Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.5

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16204316565

Visit website

El Pueblito Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.5

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16204316006

Jazz a Louisiana Kitchen

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 13.2

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19133280003

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.2

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19138715874

Visit website

Bob Evans

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.2

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+19132991278

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.78 one way

$57.56 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $31.60 $63.20
premium $4.89 $35.43 $70.86
diesel $5.61 $40.65 $81.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.2 0 $19.33 $8.84
Efficient EV 46 0 $16.11 $7.36
EV Truck/SUV 73.6 0 $25.77 $11.78

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

22 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Leavenworth, KS

Afternoon in Leavenworth on Friday

Local time

2:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Altamont, KS

Afternoon in Altamont on Friday

Local time

2:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

7 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 44m 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 Leavenworth, KS to Altamont, KS covers 184.1 miles and takes about 3h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 169, 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 92.1 miles from Leavenworth, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.78 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 is a straightforward 3h 44m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KS 92 / Spruce Street): Navigation decision point; at 34 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.3 miles (I 35; US 50; US 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Leavenworth, KS to Altamont, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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