Origin
Eudora, KS
Night in Eudora on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35.5 mi
57 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eudora, KS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Eudora and Kansas City, this 34.7-mile trek is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 37 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $5, it is an incredibly economical way to traverse this portion of the Great Plains. You will primarily navigate via East 10th Street, North 1400 Road, and KS 10 East to reach your destination. Because the journey is brief, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. It serves as a practical, no-frills connection between these two Kansas locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 10 | 16 mi | 17m |
| I 35 | 11.5 mi | 14m |
| South 7th Street Trafficway | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| East 10th Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North 1400 Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armstrong Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 10
— 16 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eudora, KS and Kansas City, KS.
1
Start on CR-1061
511 ft
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto CR-442; CR-1061
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East 10th Street
3
Continue on CR-442
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 1400 Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward KS 10 East: Lenexa
5
Merge onto KS 10
16 mi
·
17 min
·
KS 10
6
Take the exit
391 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
1.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35 North: Des Moines
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 35; US 56; US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 69; US 169
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 35; US 56; US 69; US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 234
Toward US 169
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 169
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South 7th Street Trafficway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
17 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
15
Turn left
149 ft
·
10 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Eudora, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 17.8 and 31.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
17.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines,...
8
17.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines
8
18.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines
7
19.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North: Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Des Moines
7
31.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward US 169
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 234
Toward US 169
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.55 one way
$11.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Night in Kansas City on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than cruising on autopilot. This route features 0% highway share, meaning you will avoid the monotonous grind of major interstates in favor of localized roads. Navigating these segments requires your full attention as the path shifts between East 10th Street and North 1400 Road. Because the drive is relatively short, there are no exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches to contend with. You will find that the road profile remains consistent throughout the 37-minute duration, favoring a hands-on driving experience over high-speed transit.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on KS 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 10 and I 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 35.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Eudora, KS to Kansas City, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Des Moines along the way.
Des Moines
17.8 mi in
|
~21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 35.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on KS 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kansas City, 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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