Origin
Tecumseh, KS
Afternoon in Tecumseh on Saturday
Local time
12:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tecumseh, KS to Pittsburg, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
159 mi
256 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tecumseh, KS
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Pittsburg, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tecumseh, KS to Pittsburg, KS covers 159 miles and takes about 2h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southeast Tecumseh Road, Oakland Expressway, I 70 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.86 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
79.5 miles from Tecumseh, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Tecumseh Road | — | — |
| Oakland Expressway | — | — |
| I 70 East | — | — |
| Kansas Turnpike | — | — |
| KS 10 | — | — |
| South Lawrence Trafficway | — | — |
| I 435 East | — | — |
| US 69 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Southeast Tecumseh Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tecumseh, KS and Pittsburg, KS.
1
Start on Southeast 3rd Terrace
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Southeast 3rd Terrace
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Southeast Tecumseh Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Southeast Tecumseh Road
3
Turn right
1.2 mi
·
1 min
4
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Oakland Expressway
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
Oakland Expressway
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 70 East: Kansas City
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 70 East: Kansas City
7
Continue on Kansas Turnpike
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
Kansas Turnpike
8
Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
10
Turn right onto South Lawrence Trafficway
36 mi
·
40 min
·
South Lawrence Trafficway
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 435 East
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 435 East
12
Merge slight left
2.2 mi
·
2 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 69
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 69
14
Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South: College Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 69 South: College Boulevard
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 69 South
16
Keep slight left to continue on US 69 South
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 69 South
17
Merge slight left onto Overland Parkway
104 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
Overland Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right
318 ft
·
9 sec
19
Merge slight left onto West Atkinson Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Atkinson Road
20
Turn left onto West 4th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
21
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Broadway Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.5 miles from Tecumseh, KS, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
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 35 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.5 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
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 Tecumseh, 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 Tecumseh, KS
This is one driving day of about 159 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Tecumseh, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
80 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.5 miles from Tecumseh, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.86 one way
$49.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.29 | $54.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.60 | $61.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.11 | $70.21 |
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: 55.6 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 | 47.7 | 0 | $16.69 | $7.63 |
| Efficient EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.91 | $6.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.6 | 0 | $22.26 | $10.18 |
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.
Destination
Pittsburg, KS
Afternoon in Pittsburg on Saturday
Local time
12:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
2h 40m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
159 mi in 2h 40m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Southeast Tecumseh Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Tecumseh, KS to Pittsburg, KS is easy. At 2h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tecumseh, KS to Pittsburg, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 159 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tecumseh, KS to Pittsburg, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pittsburg, KS before heading back.
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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