Origin
Auburn, KS
Late night in Auburn on Tuesday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, KS to Overland Park, KS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
79.7 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, KS
Tien Nguyen
Overland Park, KS
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
This straightforward 79.7-mile drive from Auburn to Overland Park, Kansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Kansas Turnpike, with some time on Southwest 61st Street and Harry Darby Memorial Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12, making it an economical option. As both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, expect a drive characterized by open landscapes. This route is ideal for a quick hop between locations without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.8 miles from Auburn, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 57.5 mi | 58m |
| Southwest 61st Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Harry Darby Memorial Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Metcalf Avenue | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Auburn Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| US 75 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Burlingame Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 57th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 57.5 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on East 8th Street
34 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 8th Street
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
3
Continue on Southwest Auburn Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Southwest Auburn Road
4
Turn right onto Southwest 61st Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest 61st Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Southwest 61st Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest 61st Street
6
Continue on Southwest 61st Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Southwest 61st Street
7
Continue on Southwest Burlingame Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Burlingame Road
8
Turn slight right
206 ft
·
9 sec
9
Turn straight onto Southwest 57th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 57th Street
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
11
Merge onto US 75
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 75
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 470 East, I 335
13
Merge onto I 470
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I-70 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
15
Merge onto I 470
57 mi
·
58 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 69
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto West 80th Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West 80th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto Marty Street
482 ft
·
22 sec
·
Marty Street
22
Turn right onto West 81st Street
182 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 81st Street
23
Turn left
134 ft
·
9 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Auburn in the morning or early afternoon will get you to Overland Park with ample daylight. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing service areas along the Kansas Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a likely exit is over 57 miles. A practical tip: consider checking Kansas Turnpike traffic conditions before you leave, especially if traveling during peak commuter hours.
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 39.8 miles from Auburn, KS, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.5 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 18 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.8 miles or 52m 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 20m
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 Auburn, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Auburn, KS
This is one driving day of about 79.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Auburn, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kansas Turnpike for about 57.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.8 miles from Auburn, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 11.8 and 79.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 470 East, I 335
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 470 East, I 335
6
12.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-70 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-70 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
7
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 635 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
6
77.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
Metcalf Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
West 80th Street
Turn right onto West 80th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.46 one way
$24.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.68 | $27.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.34 | $30.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.87
Kansas Turnpike
(57.5 mi)
$2.87
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
$12
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Overland Park, KS
Late night in Overland Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Sunny
SSW 6 to 10 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 10:01AM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 16 at 10:21AM CDT until April 18 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
43°F
Reno, KS
40 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
21 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 37m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 57.5 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, the introduction of Southwest 61st Street and Harry Darby Memorial Highway suggests a transition to more local road segments as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel rather than a winding, scenic exploration.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.5 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and Southwest 61st Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Auburn, KS to Overland Park, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
12.8 mi in
|
~24m
About the Cities
Arriving in Overland Park, KS
Full guide →Overland Park is a city in northeastern Kansas within the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a melting-pot of both urban and suburban living. With 197,000 residents (2020), it is one of the most affluent cities in the U.S.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 79.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.5 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.87 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.
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 Overland Park, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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