Trip from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 55m

Distance

101.4 mi

163 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 47m ★

6 AM

1h 55m

8 AM

2h 12m

10 AM

2h 1m

12 PM

1h 59m

3 PM

2h 2m

5 PM

2h 11m

8 PM

1h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 101.7-mile journey from Arma, Kansas, to Overland Park, Kansas, will take you about 1 hour and 41 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical choice for a day trip. The drive predominantly stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. This route is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for more frequent navigation adjustments.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

50.7 miles from Arma, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 69	94.2 mi	1h 40m
Metcalf Avenue	4.5 mi	8m
Blue Valley Parkway	0.8 mi	1m
North West Street	0.7 mi	1m
East Washington Street	0.3 mi	1m
Marty Street	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 69 — 94.2 mi, about 1h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arma, KS and Overland Park, KS.

Start on East Washington Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street

Turn right onto US 69 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · North West Street

Turn right onto US 69

94 mi · 1 hr 40 min · US 69

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 48 sec

Toward Blue Valley Parkway

Continue on Blue Valley Parkway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Blue Valley Parkway

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on Metcalf Avenue

4.5 mi · 8 min · Metcalf Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto Marty Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Marty Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left

296 ft · 21 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 41-minute duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive, so aim to leave when it's most convenient. With only 101.7 miles and an estimated $15 fuel cost, you can easily manage stops for breaks or quick necessities along the way. Since it's not a long-haul interstate, pay close attention to local road signs and potential turns to keep your journey smooth. A good tip would be to have your GPS or maps readily available, given the 'turn-heavy' nature of this drive.

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 50.7 miles from Arma, KS, or about 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.2 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 22 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.7 miles or 55m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Overland Park, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Arma, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Arma, KS

This is one driving day of about 101.4 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Arma, KS.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 69 for about 94.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pleasanton, KS

51 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

Fort Scott, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pleasanton, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.7 miles from Arma, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lenexa, Kansas

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.4

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19139621369

Visit website

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.4

Lenexa, Kansas

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19139621369

Visit website

Pegah's Family Restaurant - Johnson Drive

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.4

Shawnee, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+19139626700

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.4

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19135993111

Visit website

Game Show Battle Rooms - Kansas City (Overland Park)

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 101.4

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–9:30 pm

+19133501819

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 101.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 69 Business / North West Street

Turn right onto US 69 Business / North West Street

Navigation decision point

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 69

Turn right onto US 69

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

95.2 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Take the exit toward Blue Valley Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Blue Valley Parkway

101.2 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | Marty Street

Turn left onto Marty Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

101.3 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.85 one way

$31.71 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$17.41	$34.81
premium	$4.89	$19.51	$39.03
diesel	$5.61	$22.39	$44.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.4	$10.65	$4.87
Efficient EV	25.4	$8.87	$4.06
EV Truck/SUV	40.6	$14.20	$6.49

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Arma, KS

Night in Arma on Saturday

Local time

11:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Overland Park, KS

Night in Overland Park on Saturday

Local time

11:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Sunny

SSW 6 to 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

73°F

Pleasanton, KS

51 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

27 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

1h 55m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, meaning you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates for long stretches. With a 0% highway share, this journey emphasizes navigating local roads and making more frequent turns. While the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, the overall profile indicates a driving experience that requires consistent attention to your route. This isn't a monotonous highway grind; rather, it's a drive where you'll be actively engaged with the road and your surroundings.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 94.2 mi on US 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and Metcalf Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 69 Business / North West Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS is easy. At 1h 55m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 69 Business / North West Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here; at 95.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 101.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 94.2 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Overland Park, KS before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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Trip from Arma, KS to Overland Park, KS

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

Pegah's Family Restaurant - Johnson Drive

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Game Show Battle Rooms - Kansas City (Overland Park)

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Arma, KS

Overland Park, KS

Same local time

27 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 55m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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