Origin
Leavenworth, KS
Afternoon in Leavenworth on Monday
Local time
2:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
134.1 mi
216 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leavenworth, KS
Tien Nguyen
Arma, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Traveling from Leavenworth to Arma covers 134.1 miles across the Kansas plains. You should plan for about 2 hours and 35 minutes of driving time, making this a very manageable single-day trip. Since the entire route stays within the Great Plains region of Kansas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the journey. With a fuel budget of approximately $20, it is an economical excursion for a weekend or a quick getaway. You will primarily navigate via local streets like Spruce Street, South 4th Street, and North Main Street rather than major interstates. Because this is a straightforward trek, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace.
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
67 miles from Leavenworth, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate grind. Because 0% of this route consists of highway driving, your attention will be consistently required on smaller roads that wind through the heart of the state. The journey is defined by constant transitions between local thoroughfares, which prevents the monotony often associated with long-distance highway travel. You will find that the road demands more active steering and focus compared to a typical flat, straight-line commute. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that reflects the character of regional Kansas backroads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Spruce Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spruce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kansas Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 435 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 69 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Spruce Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth, KS and Arma, KS.
1
Start on the route
276 ft
·
25 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Spruce Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Spruce Street
3
Turn right onto South 4th Street
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South 4th Street
4
Continue on North Main Street
12 mi
·
16 min
·
North Main Street
5
Take the exit right toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East
6
Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 435 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 435 South
8
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 69
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 69
10
Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South: College Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 69 South: College Boulevard
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 69 South
12
Keep slight left to continue on US 69 South
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 69 South
13
Merge slight left onto Overland Parkway
96 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Overland Parkway
14
Turn left onto North West Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North West Street
15
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For the best experience, aim to depart early in the morning to navigate the turn-heavy local roads while traffic is light. Since the trip takes roughly 2.5 hours, you can easily complete it in one go, but incorporating at least one stop is recommended to break up the local driving. Keep your $20 fuel budget in mind as you plan your departure, and ensure your tank is topped off before heading out to account for the winding nature of the route. Because you are avoiding major highways, use a reliable GPS to stay on track through the various local streets. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace to suit your preferences.
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 67 miles from Leavenworth, KS, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 67 miles or 1h 17m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arma, 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 134.1 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67 mi from Leavenworth, KS · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 67 miles from Leavenworth, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arma, KS
The final approach into Arma, 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 Arma, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.37 one way
$40.74 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.45 | $44.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.32 | $50.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.79 | $59.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
| Efficient EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.73 | $5.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.77 | $8.58 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Arma, KS
Afternoon in Arma on Monday
Local time
2:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
14 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 35m 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 Arma, KS covers 134.1 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Spruce Street, South 4th Street, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67 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 $20.37 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.
The drive from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Leavenworth, KS to Arma, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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