Trip from Leawood, KS to Moundridge, KS

Q: How long is the trip from Leawood, KS to Moundridge, KS?

The drive from Leawood, KS to Moundridge, KS covers 191.6 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are US 50, I 135, I 435. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 95.8 miles from Leawood, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

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.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Drive Time

3h 35m

Distance

191.6 mi

308 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 24m ★

6 AM

3h 36m

8 AM

4h 1m

10 AM

3h 45m

12 PM

3h 42m

3 PM

3h 46m

5 PM

4h 0m

8 PM

3h 28m

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

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Moundridge, KS

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Leawood to Moundridge, you are looking at a straightforward 191.6-mile trek across the heart of the Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. By utilizing I-435, US 50, and I-135, you keep the travel time efficient and predictable. Budget roughly $29 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Since the entire drive stays within Kansas, you will enjoy a consistent, familiar landscape throughout the transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that favors speed and connectivity over winding scenic detours.

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

95.8 miles from Leawood, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 165.2 miles—on US 50, which serves as the primary artery for this cross-Kansas connection. While the interstate segments provide a fast-paced start and finish, the long middle stretch on US 50 defines the character of the journey. Expect a steady, rhythmic pace that allows you to cover significant ground without the constant need for technical maneuvering. It is a reliable, high-speed experience that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 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 165.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and I 135. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near I 435; US 50.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 191.6 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 2.7 miles (I 435; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

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.

9.5 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 50

Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des Moines

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 83 Toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita...

10 mi into trip | ~15m in | US 50

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 1...

173.7 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | US 50

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...

175.2 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in

Take the exit toward First Street, Broadway Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward First Street, Broadway Street

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Leawood, KS to Moundridge, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Newton along the way.

Newton

105.1 mi in | ~1h 54m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 50	165.2 mi	3h 2m
I 135	13.7 mi	13m
I 435	6.8 mi	7m
Arrowhead Road	1.3 mi	1m
State Line Road	1.3 mi	2m
Lee Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m
East Cole Street	0.5 mi	1m
West 95th Street	0.4 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 50 — 165.2 mi, about 3h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leawood, KS and Moundridge, KS.

Start on West 90th Street

0.1 mi · 33 sec · West 90th Street

Turn right onto Lee Boulevard

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lee Boulevard

Turn left onto West 95th Street

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West 95th Street

Turn right onto State Line Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · State Line Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 435; US 50

6.8 mi · 7 min · I 435; US 50

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 50

0.5 mi · 58 sec · US 50

Exit 83 Toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des Moines Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 50

95 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US 50

Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 50: Emporia, Newton

Enter roundabout

433 ft · 5 sec

Continue

0.2 mi · 11 sec

Enter roundabout onto US 50

33 ft · 0 sec · US 50

Continue on US 50

43 mi · 50 min · US 50

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 50

197 ft · 8 sec · US 50

Toward US 50 West: Newton

Continue on US 50

25 mi · 30 min · US 50

Toward US 50 West: Newton

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50

1.4 mi · 1 min · US 50

Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward First Street, Broadway Street Use the slight right lane.

Enter roundabout

412 ft · 8 sec

Continue

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 135; US 50; US 81

0.5 mi · 30 sec · I 135; US 50; US 81

Continue on I 135; US 81

13 mi · 13 min · I 135; US 81

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Exit 46 Toward KS 260 West: Moundridge

Turn left onto Arrowhead Road

1.3 mi · 1 min · Arrowhead Road

Continue on East Cole Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Cole Street

Arrive at destination

Cole Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3 hour and 35 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though aiming to depart in the morning helps you avoid mid-day fatigue. With only one recommended stop planned, you should look for a convenient point along US 50 to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the route is dominated by a single 165.2-mile stretch, make sure your vehicle is prepared for an extended period of consistent highway speeds before leaving Leawood. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge during that long US 50 segment is a smart move to ensure you reach Moundridge without stress. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day, leaving you plenty of time at your destination.

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 95.8 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 1h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 95.8 miles or 1h 44m 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 56m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Leawood, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 191.6 miles and 3h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 50 for about 165.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 95.8 mi from Leawood, KS · 1h 44m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Valley Falls, KS

96 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

Valley Falls, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Valley Falls, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.8 miles from Leawood, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 50 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.2 miles.

Arriving in Moundridge, KS

The final approach into Moundridge, 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 Moundridge, 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

$29.10 one way

$58.20 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$32.08	$64.16
premium	$4.80	$36.17	$72.34
diesel	$5.64	$42.57	$85.13

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: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	57.5	$20.12	$9.20
Efficient EV	47.9	$16.76	$7.66
EV Truck/SUV	76.6	$26.82	$12.26

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (67% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Leawood, KS

Evening in Leawood on Sunday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Moundridge, KS

Evening in Moundridge on Sunday

Local time

8:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

44°F

Valley Falls, KS

96 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

8 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 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 Leawood, KS to Moundridge, KS covers 191.6 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 50, I 135, I 435. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 95.8 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 $29.10 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.