Origin
Overbrook, KS
Evening in Overbrook on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Overbrook, KS to Leavenworth, KS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
68.3 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Overbrook, KS
Tien Nguyen
Leavenworth, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Overbrook, KS to Leavenworth, KS covers 68.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kansas Turnpike, K-7, US 59 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21 miles on Kansas Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 68.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Overbrook, KS to Leavenworth, KS covers 68.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.3 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 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
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.
8
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward KS 7, US 73, US 24 West, US 40 West: Bonner Springs, Leavenworth
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 224
Toward KS 7, US 73, US 24 West, US 40 West: Bon...
8
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward KS 7 North, US 73 North, US 24 West, US 40 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward KS 7 North, US 73 North, US 24 West, US...
6
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
K-7
Turn left onto K-7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 21 mi | 21m |
| K-7 | 15.5 mi | 23m |
| US 59 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| North 300 Road | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| West 157th Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| McDonald Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Spruce Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Maple Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 21 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overbrook, KS and Leavenworth, 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
21 mi
·
21 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 224
Toward KS 7, US 73, US 24 West, US 40 West: Bonner Springs, Leavenworth
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
238 ft
·
13 sec
Toward KS 7 North, US 73 North, US 24 West, US 40 West: Lansing
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto K-7
16 mi
·
23 min
·
K-7
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto KS 92
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Spruce Street
15
Turn right
277 ft
·
20 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 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 34.2 miles from Overbrook, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Leavenworth, KS
The final approach into Leavenworth, 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
$10.68 one way
$21.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.72 | $23.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.14 | $26.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.08 | $30.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.05
Kansas Turnpike
(21 mi)
$1.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 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 | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
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
Leavenworth, KS
Evening in Leavenworth on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
28 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 29m 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 Leavenworth, KS covers 68.3 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, K-7, US 59. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.2 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 $10.68 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 68.3 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 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Overbrook, KS to Leavenworth, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park.
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