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Trip from Overland Park, KS to Bolton, KS

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

161.4 mi

260 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 4m

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

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Downtown Overland Park, KS, KS

Overland Park, KS

Sam McCool

Downtown Bolton, KS, KS

Bolton, KS

Lewis Ashton

Trip Overview

The drive from Overland Park, KS to Bolton, KS covers 161.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 169, I 35, South Princeton Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.5 miles on US 169. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.23 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

80.7 miles from Overland Park, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 161.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 11m highway drive covering 161.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 169 and I 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.5 miles on US 169.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and I 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Overland Park Drive.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 11m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Overland Park Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Newton Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Santa Fe Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Overland Park Drive

Turn left onto Overland Park Drive

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Newton Street

Turn right onto Newton Street

Navigation decision point

6
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Santa Fe Drive

Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 35; US 56; US 169

Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
44.8 mi into trip | ~52m in | US 59

Take the exit onto US 59 toward US 59 South: Garnett

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 183 Toward US 59 South: Garnett

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 169 70.5 mi 1h 21m
I 35 41.5 mi 44m
South Princeton Street 12.4 mi 14m
South State Road 9.9 mi 11m
US 160 9.9 mi 15m
US 59 7.9 mi 9m
US 75 5.7 mi 6m
West 87th Street 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 169 — 70.5 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Overland Park, KS and Bolton, KS.

1

Start on this road

134 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto West 81st Street

232 ft · 16 sec · West 81st Street
3

Turn left onto Overland Park Drive

267 ft · 12 sec · Overland Park Drive
4

Turn right onto Valley View Drive

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Valley View Drive
5

Turn right onto Newton Street

515 ft · 28 sec · Newton Street
6

Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive

1.1 mi · 2 min · Santa Fe Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
7

Continue on West 87th Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · West 87th Street
Use the left lane.
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Use the left lane.
9

Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 35; US 56; US 169
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169

37 mi · 39 min · I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 59

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 50; US 59
12

Take the exit onto US 59

0.3 mi · 43 sec · US 59
Exit 183 Toward US 59 South: Garnett
13

Turn left onto US 59

12 mi · 14 min · South Princeton Street
14

Continue on US 59

493 ft · 6 sec · North State Street
15

Continue on US 59

9.9 mi · 11 min · South State Road
16

Enter roundabout onto US 59; US 169; KS 31

122 ft · 1 sec · US 59; US 169; KS 31
17

Continue on US 59; US 169; KS 31

7.6 mi · 8 min · US 59; US 169; KS 31
Use the straight / left lanes.
18

Continue on US 169

70 mi · 1 hr 21 min · US 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 41 sec
Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn right onto US 160

9.9 mi · 15 min · US 160
21

Turn left onto US 75

5.7 mi · 6 min · US 75
22

Turn right

85 ft · 3 sec
23

Arrive at destination

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 80.7 miles from Overland Park, KS, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.5 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 36 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 80.7 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 33m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Overland Park, 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 Overland Park, KS

This is one driving day of about 161.4 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Overland Park, 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 169 for about 70.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 80.7 mi from Overland Park, KS · 1h 33m into the drive

city in Neosho County, Kansas, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chanute, KS

81 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

Lenexa, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chanute, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.7 miles from Overland Park, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 169 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.5 miles.

Arriving in Bolton, KS

The final approach into Bolton, 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 Bolton, KS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Pueblito Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chanute, Kansas

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.3

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16204316006

Down Home Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Independence, Kansas

2.7 mi

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lenexa, Kansas

2.8 mi

El Pueblito Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.3

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16204316006

Down Home Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.9

Independence, Kansas

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+16203316999

Visit website

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Lenexa, Kansas

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19139621369

Visit website

The Grain Bin Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.3

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+16204317373

Little China Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.3

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16204316565

Visit website

Pegah's Family Restaurant - Johnson Drive

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Shawnee, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+19139626700

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19135993111

Visit website

El Rincon Azteca Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 115.3

Chanute, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+16209025092

Game Show Battle Rooms - Kansas City (Overland Park)

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–9:30 pm

+19133501819

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.23 one way

$50.47 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $27.70 $55.41
premium $4.89 $31.06 $62.12
diesel $5.61 $35.64 $71.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.4 0 $16.95 $7.75
Efficient EV 40.4 0 $14.12 $6.46
EV Truck/SUV 64.6 0 $22.60 $10.33

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

Overland Park, KS

Night in Overland Park on Thursday

Local time

9:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bolton, KS

Night in Bolton on Thursday

Local time

9:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 11m 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 Overland Park, KS to Bolton, KS covers 161.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 169, I 35, South Princeton 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 80.7 miles from Overland Park, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.23 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 is a straightforward 3h 11m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Overland Park Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Newton Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Santa Fe Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Overland Park, KS to Bolton, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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