Attica, KS to Leawood, KS is 266.6 miles and takes about 5h 2m via Kansas Turnpike and I-35, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily sticks to the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Kansas. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll be covering a significant portion of the state without needing to plan for an overnight stay. Expect a practical, highway-focused experience for the majority of your travel time. This route is a solid choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within Kansas.
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
133.3 miles from Attica, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Kansas Turnpike
107.2 mi
1h 47m
I 35
95.5 mi
1h 38m
West 14th Street
15 mi
22m
West 10th Avenue
14.3 mi
21m
Hershey Highway
10.1 mi
15m
US 50
7.5 mi
8m
West 15th Street
6.3 mi
9m
US 160
6.1 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 107.2 mi, about 1h 47m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~751 veh/hr typical
· worst 979
Quietest
2 AM
~68 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Attica, KS and Leawood, KS.
1
Start on North Main Street
116 ft·5 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 160
0.4 mi·32 sec·East Avenue C
3
Continue on US 160
10 mi·15 min·Hershey Highway
4
Turn left onto US 160; KS 2
2.9 mi·4 min·US 160; KS 2
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 right at fork onto I 35
95 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 35
Use the straight lane.
17
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.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 75BToward State Line RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi·3 min·State Line Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi·57 sec·West 95th Street
21
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi·1 min·Lee Boulevard
22
Turn left onto West 90th Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·West 90th Street
23
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour travel time, departing in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive with plenty of daylight. The longest stretch without needing to exit is over 100 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you hit that segment. Since this is a manageable one-day drive, you have flexibility with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 107.2-mile mark on the Kansas Turnpike, as services can be spaced out on this highway.
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 133.3 miles from Attica, KS, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.2 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 59 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.3 miles or 2h 40m 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 7m
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 Attica, 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 Attica, KS
This is one driving day of about 266.6 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Attica, 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 107.2 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 50 and 263.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
50 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|US 160
Enter roundabout onto US 160
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
160.7 mi into trip|~3h 7m in|I 35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
256.1 mi into trip|~4h 46m 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
263.6 mi into trip|~4h 55m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.37 one way
$78.74 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$43.46
$86.93
premium
$4.72
$49.50
$99.00
diesel
$4.80
$50.34
$100.68
Estimated Tolls: $5.36
Kansas Turnpike
(107.2 mi)$5.36
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
$39
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80
0
$27.99
$12.80
Efficient EV
66.7
0
$23.33
$10.66
EV Truck/SUV
106.6
1
$37.32
$17.06
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% 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
Attica, KS
Night
in Attica on Saturday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Clear
S 9 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Leawood, KS
Night
in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Clear
SSW 7 mph4% chanceLive forecast
93°F
Eureka, KS
133 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
1 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 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of the route utilizing major roadways like the Kansas Turnpike and I-35. You'll experience a substantial 107.2-mile stretch on the Kansas Turnpike without needing to exit, which means consistent speeds and minimal traffic interruptions for a significant portion of your journey. While the majority of the drive is on these main arteries, you'll transition onto West 14th Street closer to your destination. Overall, expect a consistent driving rhythm on well-maintained highways.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.2 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and I 35. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50 miles in near US 160.
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 266.6 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: at 50 miles (US 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 53.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 160.7 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 266.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.2 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.36 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Leawood, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 50 miles (US 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 53.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 160.7 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Leawood, KS before the return drive.
