Origin
Overbrook, KS
Evening in Overbrook on Thursday
Local time
8:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Overbrook, KS to Kansas City, KS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Overbrook, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 67.8-mile journey from Overbrook, KS, to Kansas City, KS, which will take approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $11. You'll primarily navigate the Kansas Turnpike, US 59, and North 300 Road, traversing the familiar landscape of the Great Plains. Its highway-focused profile makes it an efficient way to cover the distance, ideal for those seeking a direct route between these two Kansas locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 67.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 72% of it on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 35.3 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly a highway-focused drive, expect some transitions as you move between the Turnpike, US 59, and North 300 Road. The character is generally efficient and direct, minimizing time spent on slower, more winding local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 35.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Maple Street
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the ramp toward US 59 North: Lawrence
Navigation decision point
Toward US 59 North: Lawrence
6
28.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
McDonald Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto McDonald Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69 toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69...
9
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 69
Take the exit onto US 69 toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 35.3 mi | 36m |
| US 59 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| North 300 Road | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| West 157th Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South 7th Street Trafficway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| McDonald Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 70 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 69 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 35.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overbrook, KS and Kansas City, KS.
1
Start on 6th Street
113 ft
·
10 sec
·
6th Street
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Turn right onto US 56
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 157th Street
4
Continue on US 56
13 mi
·
15 min
·
North 300 Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 59 North: Lawrence
6
Merge onto US 59
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 59
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto McDonald Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
McDonald Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
205 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 70 East: Kansas City
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
this road
Toward I 70 East: Kansas City
10
Merge onto I 70
35 mi
·
36 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
12
Take the exit onto US 69
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 69
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 69
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South 7th Street Trafficway
Toward US 69 North
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
17 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
15
Turn left
149 ft
·
10 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Overbrook, KS · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Overbrook, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas City, KS
The final approach into Kansas City, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.05 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.77
Kansas Turnpike
(35.3 mi)
$1.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Kansas City, KS
Evening in Kansas City on Thursday
Local time
8:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Reno, KS
34 mi in
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
3 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
1h 23m 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 Overbrook, KS to Kansas City, KS covers 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, US 59, North 300 Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.9 miles from Overbrook, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.60 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Overbrook, KS to Kansas City, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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