Origin
Gypsum, KS
Late night in Gypsum on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gypsum, KS to Leawood, 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 28m
Distance
184.2 mi
297 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gypsum, KS
Jimmy Nilsson Masth
Leawood, KS
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Trip Overview
This 184.2-mile drive from Gypsum, Kansas, to Leawood, Kansas, will take approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with a 0% highway share, suggesting a more connected-to-the-landscape experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $28. As you travel across the Great Plains region of Kansas, expect a route that offers a genuine feel for the local byways. This trip is designed for a single day, allowing for flexibility and a relaxed pace.
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
92.1 miles from Gypsum, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 89.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| South Lawrence Trafficway | 36.5 mi | 40m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 14 mi | 14m |
| KS 4 | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Gulf Road | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| I 435 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| South Buckeye Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
— 89.9 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gypsum, KS and Leawood, KS.
1
Start on West 5th Street
126 ft
·
7 sec
·
West 5th Street
2
Turn right onto KS 4
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
3
Continue on KS 4
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gypsum Valley Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 4
12 mi
·
16 min
·
KS 4
5
Turn left onto KS 15
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
6
Continue on KS 15
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Gulf Road
7
Continue on KS 15
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
8
Continue on KS 15
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Buckeye Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 70 East: Topeka
10
Merge onto I 70; US 40
74 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
12
Continue on I 70; US 40
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
14
Continue on I 70
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 197
Toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
16
Turn right onto KS 10
36 mi
·
40 min
·
South Lawrence Trafficway
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 435 East
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 435
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 435
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 75B
Toward State Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Line Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
West 95th Street
22
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lee Boulevard
23
Turn left onto West 90th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 90th Street
24
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 184.2-mile drive that takes under three hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential early rush hour and to allow for a relaxed start. With only one suggested stop and a manageable fuel cost of $28, pacing yourself is easy. Pay attention to the frequent turns indicated by the route's 'turn-heavy' profile, and ensure you have your navigation set up before you leave Gypsum to smoothly transition between local roads.
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 92.1 miles from Gypsum, KS, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.9 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 41 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.1 miles or 1h 43m 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 46m
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 Gypsum, 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 Gypsum, KS
This is one driving day of about 184.2 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Gypsum, 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 Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway for about 89.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.1 miles from Gypsum, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.9 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 30.6 and 181.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 East, US 70 East: Topeka
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 70 East: Topeka
6
121 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway toward I-70 East, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
6
135.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 197
Toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
7
172.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 435 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 435 East
7
181.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m 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
$28.80 one way
$57.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.62 | $63.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.45 | $70.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.67 | $81.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.70
Kansas Turnpike
(14 mi)
$0.70
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
$29
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.34 | $8.84 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.12 | $7.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.7 | 0 | $25.79 | $11.79 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Leawood, KS
Late night in Leawood on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
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
3h 28m 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
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 120.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 184.2-mile journey. With no highway miles, you'll be navigating a series of local roads like Maple Street and Gypsum Valley Road, eventually merging onto the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be more engaged with the immediate surroundings, making for a varied driving experience. The 'turn-heavy' nature suggests you'll be making frequent adjustments, so staying alert is key.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.9 mi on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 184.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Gypsum, KS and Leawood, KS, road signs point toward Kansas City and Lawrence.
Kansas City
121 mi in
|
~2h 14m
|
via I 70
Lawrence
135.8 mi in
|
~2h 29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 28m. Total distance: 184.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.9 miles on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.70 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 30.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 121 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Leawood, 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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