Origin
Douglass, KS
Late night in Douglass on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Douglass, KS to Kansas City, 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
3h 33m
Distance
197.4 mi
318 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 21m
★
6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 58m
10 AM
3h 42m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 43m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Douglass, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Douglass to Kansas City is 197.4 miles and takes about 3h 33m via Kansas Turnpike and US 77, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you across the Great Plains within Kansas, mostly on the turnpike. Given its relatively short duration and high highway percentage, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making for a straightforward transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.7 miles from Douglass, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 161.6 mi | 2h 43m |
| US 54 | 14.2 mi | 19m |
| US 77 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| South 7th Street Trafficway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East 1st Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| I 70 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 7th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 161.6 mi, about 2h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglass, KS and Kansas City, KS.
1
Start on East 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
East 1st Street
2
Turn left onto US 77
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 77
3
Turn right onto US 54; US 77; US 400
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West 7th Avenue
4
Continue on US 54; US 77; US 400
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 54; US 77
14 mi
·
19 min
·
US 54; US 77
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
8
Merge onto I 35
51 mi
·
50 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 335
111 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
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
11
Take the exit onto US 69
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 69
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 69
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South 7th Street Trafficway
Toward US 69 North
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
17 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
14
Turn left
149 ft
·
10 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 197.4-mile trip, leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Kansas City, KS, with plenty of time to spare. Since the drive is under four hours and mostly highway, you might only need one quick stop for fuel or a restroom break. The longest stretch without exits is on the Kansas Turnpike, so plan any necessary breaks before or after that segment. With a fuel cost estimated around $31, it's an economical trip, but always check current gas prices before you depart.
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 98.7 miles from Douglass, KS, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.6 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 43 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.7 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
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 Douglass, 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 Douglass, KS
This is one driving day of about 197.4 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Douglass, 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 161.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98.7 miles from Douglass, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Kansas Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 161.6 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 84.6 and 197.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
84.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m 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
195.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m 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
195.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m 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
5
195.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
|
US 69 / South 7th Street Trafficway
Turn left onto US 69 / South 7th Street Trafficway toward US 69 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 69 North
5
197.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.86 one way
$61.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $33.88 | $67.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $37.99 | $75.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.58 | $87.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.08
Kansas Turnpike
(161.6 mi)
$8.08
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
$31
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.73 | $9.48 |
| Efficient EV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.27 | $7.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79 | 0 | $27.64 | $12.63 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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
Kansas City, KS
Late night in Kansas City on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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
3h 33m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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,...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 136.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 95% of the 197.4 miles on major roads. You'll encounter a long stretch of 161.6 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, so expect continuous high-speed cruising for an extended period. After leaving the turnpike, you'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion of the trip. The high highway share means you'll see frequent exit signs and relatively consistent driving conditions for most of the route.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 161.6 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 54. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 84.6 miles in near I 335 / Kansas Turnpike.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 197.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 84.6 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.4 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.7 miles (US 69): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Kansas City, KS
Full guide →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.
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 3h 33m. Total distance: 197.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 161.6 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.08 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 84.6 miles (I 335 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.4 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.7 miles (US 69): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Kansas City, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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