The drive from Satanta, KS to Leawood, KS covers 390 miles and takes about 7h 31m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, I 35, US 56 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 226.7 miles on US 50.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
195 miles from Satanta, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 31m. Total distance: 390 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 31m highway drive covering 390 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and I 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 226.7 miles on US 50.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 226.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and I 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 212.7 miles in near US 50.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 390 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 212.7 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215.4 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
212.7 mi into trip|~4h 12m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, Emporia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Sa...
6
215.4 mi into trip|~4h 15m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 33
Toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
6
284.4 mi into trip|~5h 36m in
Enter roundabout toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
8
379.5 mi into trip|~7h 14m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 435 East, US 50 East
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 222A
Toward I 435 East, US 50 East
7
387 mi into trip|~7h 23m in
Take the exit toward State Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75B
Toward State Line Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Satanta, KS and Leawood, KS, road signs point toward Emporia, Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka.
Emporia
212.7 mi in|~4h 12m|via US 50
Kansas City
284.4 mi in|~5h 36m
Wichita
284.4 mi in|~5h 36m
Topeka
284.4 mi in|~5h 36m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
226.7 mi
4h 24m
I 35
94.6 mi
1h 37m
US 56
63.8 mi
1h 17m
State Line Road
1.5 mi
3m
KS 190
0.8 mi
1m
Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
County Road 220
0.5 mi
1m
West 95th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 226.7 mi, about 4h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Satanta, KS and Leawood, KS.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi·33 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto County Road 220
0.5 mi·1 min·County Road 220
3
Turn right onto KS 190
0.8 mi·1 min·KS 190
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 56
57 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 56
5
Keep straight at fork
316 ft·4 sec
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 56; US 283; US 400
3.9 mi·4 min·US 56; US 283; US 400
7
Turn right onto US 56; US 283
3.1 mi·3 min·US 56; US 283
8
Turn right onto US 50; US 56; US 283
68 mi·1 hr 18 min·US 50; US 56; US 283
9
Enter roundabout onto US 50
162 ft·2 sec·US 50
10
Continue on US 50
79 mi·1 hr 31 min·US 50
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
2.7 mi·2 min·US 50
Toward I 135 North, US 50 East, US 81 North: Salina, EmporiaUse the slight left lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 50
26 mi·31 min·US 50
Exit 33Toward US 50: Peabody, Emporia
13
Enter roundabout onto US 50
213 ft·9 sec·US 50
Toward US 50 East: Emporia
14
Continue on US 50
43 mi·50 min·US 50
Toward US 50 East: Emporia
15
Enter roundabout
364 ft·4 sec
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
16
Continue
0.2 mi·10 sec
Toward Kansas City, Wichita, Topeka
17
Enter roundabout
30 ft·0 sec
Toward I 35 North: Kansas City
18
Continue
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 35 North: Kansas City
19
Merge onto I 35
95 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 35
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 50
7.5 mi·8 min·US 50
Exit 222AToward I 435 East, US 50 EastUse the slight right lane.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 75BToward State Line RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi·3 min·State Line Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi·57 sec·West 95th Street
24
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi·1 min·Lee Boulevard
25
Turn left onto West 90th Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·West 90th Street
26
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Trip Plan
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 195 miles from Satanta, KS, or about 3h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 226.7 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 86 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195 miles or 3h 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leawood, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Satanta, 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 Satanta, KS
This is one driving day of about 390 miles and 7h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Satanta, 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 US 50 for about 226.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 195 mi from Satanta, KS
· 3h 51m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
117
1
$40.95
$18.72
Efficient EV
97.5
1
$34.13
$15.60
EV Truck/SUV
156
1
$54.60
$24.96
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Satanta, KS
Afternoon
in Satanta on Friday
Local time
1:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Leawood, KS
Afternoon
in Leawood on Friday
Local time
1:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 21 mph78% chanceLive forecast
81°F
Peabody, KS
195 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
32 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
7h 31m 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 Satanta, KS to Leawood, KS covers 390 miles and takes about 7h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, I 35, US 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 195 miles from Satanta, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.97 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 390 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 212.7 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215.4 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Satanta, KS and Leawood, KS, road signs point toward Emporia, Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
