Origin
Park, KS
Evening in Park on Friday
Local time
5:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Park, KS to Pittsburg, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 22m
Distance
403.3 mi
649 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 12m
★
6 AM
7h 23m
8 AM
7h 44m
10 AM
7h 30m
12 PM
7h 28m
3 PM
7h 31m
5 PM
7h 43m
8 PM
7h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Park, KS
Egor Komarov
Pittsburg, KS
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Trip Overview
Park, KS to Pittsburg, KS is 403.3 miles and takes about 7h 22m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. Expect a local driving feel with frequent turns, making it more of an engaging journey than a straight shot. With only 2 recommended stops and a driving time that comfortably fits within a single day, this route is quite manageable for a one-day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
201.7 miles from Park, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 24m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 22m. Total distance: 403.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 22m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous directional changes rather than a seamless interstate cruise. Only 26% of the journey is on major highways, so be prepared for a more varied driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll face is 150.4 miles, primarily on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which will offer some periods of more consistent travel. The road's personality shifts as you navigate through local roads, requiring attention to navigation and speed adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 150.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 22m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 20 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Old Highway 40): Navigation decision point; at 152.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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4th Street
Turn right onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Old Highway 40
Turn right onto Old Highway 40
Navigation decision point
5
152.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 135 South, US 81 South: Wichita
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South: Wichita
5
152.7 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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I 135; US 81
Merge onto I 135; US 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
222.7 mi into trip
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~3h 45m in
Take the exit toward KS 196: Whitewater, El Dorado
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KS 196: Whitewater, El Dorado
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 Park, KS to Pittsburg, KS, road signs begin pointing toward El Dorado along the way.
El Dorado
222.7 mi in
|
~3h 45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 150.4 mi | 2h 30m |
| Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway | 70.6 mi | 1h 22m |
| I 135 | 70 mi | 1h 10m |
| Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway | 61.1 mi | 1h 10m |
| KS 196/Northwest 90th Street | 18.9 mi | 21m |
| KS 196/Southeast 72nd Street | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| South Main Street | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| US 69 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 150.4 mi, about 2h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Park, KS and Pittsburg, KS.
1
Start on Cottonwood Street
255 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cottonwood Street
2
Turn right onto 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
4th Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto Old Highway 40
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Old Highway 40
5
Continue on KS 211
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
KS 211
6
Turn left onto KS 211
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 211
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
8
Merge onto I 70; US 40
150 mi
·
2 hr 30 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South: Wichita
10
Merge onto I 135; US 81
63 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 135; US 81
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 135; US 50; US 81
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 135; US 50; US 81
12
Continue on I 135; US 81
4.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 135; US 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward KS 196: Whitewater, El Dorado
14
Turn left onto KS 196
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
KS 196/Southeast 72nd Street
15
Continue on KS 196
19 mi
·
21 min
·
KS 196/Northwest 90th Street
16
Continue on KS 196
444 ft
·
14 sec
·
Northwest State Road 196
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
18
Merge onto KS 254
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 20th Street
19
Continue on KS 254
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Central Avenue
20
Turn right onto South Denver Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Denver Street
21
Turn left onto West Kansas Avenue
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Kansas Avenue
22
Turn right onto US 54; US 77
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
South Main Street
23
Turn left onto Southeast 100th Street
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Southeast 100th Street
24
Turn left onto US 400
61 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Atomic Veterans Memorial Highway
25
Enter roundabout onto US 400
157 ft
·
2 sec
·
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
26
Continue on US 400
71 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn left onto US 69; US 160
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 69; US 160
28
Turn right onto KS 126
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
29
Turn right onto US 69 Business
66 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Broadway Street
30
Arrive at destination
US 69 Business
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 22m duration, starting your drive in Park, KS early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. Plan for your 2 recommended stops strategically along the route to break up the drive and refuel, both yourself and your vehicle. The highway share is relatively low at 26%, so keep an eye on your GPS for the frequent turns, especially during the latter half of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $63, ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid any unexpected stops in less populated areas.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 201.7 miles from Park, KS, or about 3h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.4 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 89 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 201.7 miles or 3h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsburg, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Park, KS
This is one driving day of about 403.3 miles and 7h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Park, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 150.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 201.7 mi from Park, KS · 3h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 201.7 miles from Park, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.4 miles.
Arriving in Pittsburg, KS
The final approach into Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, 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
$63.05 one way
$126.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $69.23 | $138.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $77.61 | $155.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.04 | $178.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121 | 1 | $42.35 | $19.36 |
| Efficient EV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.29 | $16.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.3 | 2 | $56.46 | $25.81 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Pittsburg, KS
Evening in Pittsburg on Friday
Local time
5:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Newton, KS
202 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
30 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
7h 22m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Park, KS to Pittsburg, KS covers 403.3 miles and takes about 7h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway, I 135. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 201.7 miles from Park, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 22m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 20 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Old Highway 40): Navigation decision point; at 152.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Park, KS to Pittsburg, KS, road signs begin pointing toward El Dorado 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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