Anthony, KS to Kansas City, KS is 269.5 miles and takes about 5h 1m via Kansas Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily traversing the Great Plains region of Kansas. Given its focus on the Kansas Turnpike, expect a highway-centric experience for most of the journey. It's a practical route for getting between these two points efficiently, with minimal complexity. Plan for a consistent drive that's well within the scope of a single day's travel.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.8 miles from Anthony, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kansas Turnpike
217.9 mi
3h 39m
West 14th Street
15 mi
22m
West 10th Avenue
14.3 mi
21m
North Ll & G Avenue
8.9 mi
14m
West 15th Street
6.3 mi
9m
US 160
3.2 mi
4m
South 7th Street Trafficway
1.5 mi
3m
North G Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 217.9 mi, about 3h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anthony, KS and Kansas City, KS.
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Start on West Steadman Street
89 ft·9 sec·West Steadman Street
2
Turn left onto North Bluff Avenue
391 ft·19 sec·North Bluff Avenue
3
Turn right onto KS 44
0.4 mi·47 sec·West Main Street
4
Turn right onto KS 2
8.9 mi·14 min·North Ll & G Avenue
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 160; KS 2
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 160; KS 2
6
Turn right onto US 160; KS 2
15 mi·22 min·West 14th Street
7
Continue on US 160
14 mi·21 min·West 10th Avenue
8
Continue on US 160
6.3 mi·9 min·West 15th Street
9
Turn left onto US 81; US 160
0.5 mi·1 min·North G Street
10
Turn right onto US 81; US 160
0.4 mi·39 sec·US 81; US 160
11
Enter roundabout onto US 160
110 ft·1 sec·US 160
12
Continue on US 160
3.1 mi·4 min·US 160
13
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
15
Merge onto I 35
107 mi·1 hr 47 min·Kansas Turnpike
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 335
111 mi·1 hr 52 min·Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
0.3 mi·24 sec·I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
18
Take the exit onto US 69
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 69
Exit 422AToward US 69 North, US 169 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 69
1.5 mi·3 min·South 7th Street Trafficway
Toward US 69 NorthUse the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft·17 sec·Armstrong Avenue
21
Turn left
149 ft·10 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and arrive with ample time. With a longest stretch of over 200 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, plan for one substantial stop around the halfway point for fuel and a break. Given the $42 fuel cost estimate, keep an eye on your gauge, especially before entering the longer turnpike segment. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but remember that rest areas are more spaced out on the turnpike.
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 134.8 miles from Anthony, KS, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.9 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 59 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.8 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas City, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anthony, 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 Anthony, KS
This is one driving day of about 269.5 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Anthony, 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 Kansas Turnpike for about 217.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 267.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Bluff Avenue
Turn left onto North Bluff Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
46 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|US 160
Enter roundabout onto US 160
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
156.7 mi into trip|~3h 3m in|I 335 / Kansas Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 335 / Kansas Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
267.5 mi into trip|~4h 56m in|I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69 toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69...
9
267.8 mi into trip|~4h 56m in|US 69
Take the exit onto US 69 toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.80 one way
$79.60 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg94 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$43.94
$87.87
premium
$4.72
$50.04
$100.08
diesel
$4.80
$50.89
$101.77
Estimated Tolls: $10.90
Kansas Turnpike
(217.9 mi)$10.90
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.9
0
$28.30
$12.94
Efficient EV
67.4
0
$23.58
$10.78
EV Truck/SUV
107.8
1
$37.73
$17.25
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Anthony, KS
Late night
in Anthony on Sunday
Local time
1:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
S 8 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Kansas City, KS
Late night
in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
1:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
SSW 6 mph5% chanceLive forecast
95°F
Eureka, KS
135 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
3 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
5h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The path to equality has been anything but smooth. It's taken courage and dedication by everyday people coming together for a common goal to carry the country toward true equality. Parents, teachers,...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 202.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Kansas Turnpike. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 217.9 miles primarily on the Kansas Turnpike, meaning sustained highway speeds for a significant portion of your trip. The journey begins on West 14th Street and West 10th Avenue before merging onto the turnpike, offering a brief taste of local roads before the open highway. Expect a consistent driving experience without many abrupt changes in road type.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.9 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and West 14th Street. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Bluff Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 269.5 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Bluff Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 46 miles (US 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 156.7 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,460 ft863 ft
Total Climb
429 ft
Total Descent
916 ft
Highest Point
1,460 ft
~134.8 mi in
Elevation Range
597 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Kansas City is a city in the state of Kansas, in the United States of America, and a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City, Kansas, is often referred to as KCK, and Kansas City, Missouri, as KCMO. The two Kansas Cities form the core of the wider Kansas City metropolitan area.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 269.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 217.9 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.90 in tolls one way, starting with Kansas Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kansas City, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 9 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Bluff Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 46 miles (US 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 156.7 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kansas City, KS before the return drive.
