Origin
Overbrook, KS
Morning in Overbrook on Saturday
Local time
7:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Overbrook, KS to Overland Park, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Overbrook, KS
Tien Nguyen
Overland Park, KS
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
Overbrook, KS to Overland Park, KS is 60.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via South Lawrence Trafficway and US 59, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the familiar Great Plains region of Kansas, offering a straightforward journey for those looking to connect two points without extensive travel time. Expect a local feel for much of the trip, making it a convenient option for a quick excursion or a less demanding commute. The relatively short distance and duration mean you can easily fit this into a single day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 60.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is a turn-heavy local drive, characterized by a 19% highway share. While a significant portion is on local roads, you'll experience a 26.6-mile stretch on the South Lawrence Trafficway, offering a taste of faster travel. The roads will likely shift in character as you progress, moving from the more rural feel around Overbrook to the busier arteries as you approach Overland Park. Be prepared for frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you navigate through various Kansas communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lawrence Trafficway is the longest continuous segment at about 26.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 52.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
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 I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines,...
8
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
8
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
8
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward 75th Street, 87th Street Parkway
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 225
Toward 75th Street, 87th Street Parkway
9
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 87th Street Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 225A
Toward 87th Street Parkway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Overbrook, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Des Moines along the way.
Des Moines
52.4 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lawrence Trafficway | 26.6 mi | 28m |
| North 300 Road | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| US 59 | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| West 157th Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| I 35 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| West 87th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Santa Fe Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Valley View Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Lawrence Trafficway
— 26.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overbrook, KS and Overland Park, 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
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward KS 10 East: Olathe
8
Merge onto KS 10
27 mi
·
28 min
·
South Lawrence Trafficway
9
Take the exit
391 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35 North: Des Moines
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 35; US 56; US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 225
Toward 75th Street, 87th Street Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 225A
Toward 87th Street Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto West 87th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West 87th Street
17
Continue on Santa Fe Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Santa Fe Drive
18
Turn right onto Newton Street
515 ft
·
29 sec
·
Newton Street
19
Turn left onto Valley View Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Valley View Drive
20
Turn left onto Overland Park Drive
267 ft
·
15 sec
·
Overland Park Drive
21
Turn right onto West 81st Street
232 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 81st Street
22
Turn right
134 ft
·
9 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.1 mi from Overbrook, KS · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 miles from Overbrook, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Overland Park, KS
The final approach into Overland Park, 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
$9.43 one way
$18.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Overland Park, KS
Morning in Overland Park on Saturday
Local time
7:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
De Soto, KS
30 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 15m 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 Overland Park, KS covers 60.3 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lawrence Trafficway, North 300 Road, US 59. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.1 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 $9.43 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 60.3 miles you will encounter 18 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 52.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Overbrook, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Des Moines along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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