Road Trips from Leawood, KS
Looking for a quick escape from Leawood? You've got options for day trips or longer hauls, with most routes staying within a few hours and featuring mostly flat terrain. Several destinations offer access to parks, including the notable Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, making them good choices if you want to add some historical sightseeing to your drive. The longest trips push into the 6-7 hour range, opening up possibilities for a full weekend adventure.
Total Routes
9
Shortest
2.4h
With Parks Nearby
6
Full-day getaway
Clay Center, KS
3h 8m164.1 mi one way
This 3.1-hour drive covers 164.1 miles and offers a solid drive score of 9. It's a good option if you want to visit Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park without committing to the longest drives. The terrain is mostly flat, making for a straightforward trip.
Grandview Plaza, KS
2h 21m130 mi one way
At 2.4 hours and 130 miles, this is one of your closest options. It also includes access to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, similar to other nearby destinations. The terrain is mostly flat, and the drive score of 9 suggests a pleasant journey.
Moundridge, KS
3h 35m191.6 mi one way
This 3.6-hour, 191.6-mile trip has a drive score of 8 and is mostly highway. While it doesn't list specific parks nearby, its mostly flat terrain makes it a reliable choice for a longer day trip compared to some of the shorter, park-focused routes.
Clearwater, KS
3h 47m208 mi one way
Clocking in at 3.8 hours and 208 miles, this route is mostly highway with a drive score of 8. It's a longer day trip option, offering a different destination than the closer spots with park access. The terrain remains mostly flat.
Douglass, KS
3h 31m190.6 mi one way
This 3.5-hour drive covers 190.6 miles and has a drive score of 8. Unlike many other options, this route does not list nearby parks. The terrain is mostly flat, presenting a simpler driving experience focused on the destination itself.
Weekend trip
Ness City, KS
5h 55m320.1 mi one way
For a longer excursion, consider this 5.9-hour, 320.1-mile trip with a top drive score of 10. It offers gently rolling terrain and access to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, making it a more substantial outing than shorter, closer drives.
Concordia, KS
4h 1m207.6 mi one way
This 4-hour, 207.6-mile route scores a 9 for driving and features mixed highway and surface roads. It provides access to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park and has mostly flat terrain, offering a balanced option for a day trip.
Colby, KS
6h 32m377.7 mi one way
At 6.5 hours and 377.7 miles, this is one of your longest options, featuring mostly surface roads and a drive score of 8. The gently rolling terrain and access to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park make it suitable for a weekend journey.
Atwood, KS
7h 23m406.3 mi one way
This 7.4-hour, 406.3-mile trip is the longest available and scores an 8 for driving. With mostly surface roads and gently rolling terrain, it also includes access to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, presenting the most extensive road trip option.
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When to Go
Spring
Spring drives benefit from the mostly flat terrain and the availability of Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park for sightseeing.
Summer
Summer trips are well-suited for the longer drives, with many routes featuring mostly flat terrain and park access for breaks.
Fall
The predominantly flat terrain across most routes makes fall drives comfortable, with options including historical park visits.
Winter
Winter travel is feasible on the mostly flat terrain, though park access might be less appealing depending on the specific site.
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