The drive from Leawood, KS to Altamont, KS covers 161.1 miles and takes about 3h 13m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 69, US 400, South 16th Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.2 miles on US 69.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.19 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
80.5 miles from Leawood, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 161.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 13m highway drive covering 161.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 69 and US 400. The longest continuous stretch is about 102.2 miles on US 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 102.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and US 400. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near I 435; US 50.
Driving Effort6/10
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 161.1 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 2.7 miles (I 435; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.7 mi into trip|~6m in|I 435; US 50
Merge onto I 435; US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.6 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward Metcalf Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 79
Toward Metcalf Avenue
6
8 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the ramp toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
5
8.6 mi into trip|~15m in|US 69
Merge onto US 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
159.3 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|US 160 / 14000 Road
Enter roundabout onto US 160 / 14000 Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 69
102.2 mi
1h 50m
US 400
26.3 mi
31m
South 16th Street
10.3 mi
15m
West Atkinson Road
7.6 mi
10m
I 435
2.8 mi
3m
24000 Road
2.8 mi
3m
Main Street
1.6 mi
2m
State Line Road
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 102.2 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood, KS and Altamont, KS.
1
Start on West 90th Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·West 90th Street
2
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi·1 min·Lee Boulevard
3
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi·53 sec·West 95th Street
4
Turn right onto State Line Road
1.3 mi·2 min·State Line Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·33 sec
6
Merge onto I 435; US 50
2.8 mi·3 min·I 435; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 79Toward Metcalf AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Metcalf Avenue
1.3 mi·2 min·Metcalf Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn straight onto Blue Valley Parkway
0.7 mi·1 min·Blue Valley Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·15 sec·this road
Toward US 69 South: Fort ScottUse the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward US 69 South: Fort ScottUse the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·36 sec
13
Merge onto US 69
102 mi·1 hr 50 min·US 69
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit onto US 69
319 ft·8 sec·US 69
15
Merge onto US 69; US 160
7.6 mi·10 min·West Atkinson Road
16
Turn right onto US 400
26 mi·31 min·US 400
17
Continue on 24000 Road
2.8 mi·3 min·24000 Road
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Main Street
1.6 mi·2 min·Main Street
19
Turn left onto US 59
10 mi·15 min·South 16th Street
20
Enter roundabout onto US 160
53 ft·0 sec·14000 Road
21
Continue on US 160
0.6 mi·54 sec·14000 Road
22
Continue on US 160
1.0 mi·1 min·East 4th Street
23
Turn left onto Huston Avenue
0.2 mi·42 sec·Huston Avenue
24
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 80.5 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.2 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 35 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.5 miles or 1h 33m 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 32m
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 Leawood, 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 Leawood, KS
This is one driving day of about 161.1 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Leawood, 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 69 for about 102.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.5 mi from Leawood, KS
· 1h 33m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.3
0
$16.92
$7.73
Efficient EV
40.3
0
$14.10
$6.44
EV Truck/SUV
64.4
0
$22.55
$10.31
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Leawood, KS
Evening
in Leawood on Friday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Altamont, KS
Evening
in Altamont on Friday
Local time
7:27 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
1 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
3h 13m 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 Leawood, KS to Altamont, KS covers 161.1 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 69, US 400, South 16th 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 80.5 miles from Leawood, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.19 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 161.1 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 2.7 miles (I 435; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Leawood, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
