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Trip from Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 33m

Distance

203.1 mi

327 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 21m ★
6 AM
3h 33m
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.

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Downtown Maize, KS, KS

Maize, KS

Los Muertos Crew

Trip Overview

This 203.1-mile drive from Kansas City, KS, to Maize, KS, will take you approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip primarily utilizing the Kansas Turnpike and US 69, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $32, this route offers an economical journey across the Great Plains. You'll encounter just one main road segment to be aware of, the longest stretch being 113.1 miles on the Kansas Turnpike. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

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

101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Kansas Turnpike 113.1 mi 1h 53m
US 69 54.3 mi 56m
Southwest 20th Street 25.2 mi 27m
KS 96 6.2 mi 6m
I 235 1.6 mi 1m
North 7th Street Trafficway 1.3 mi 3m
West 53rd Street North 0.2 mi <1m
North Maize Road 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Kansas Turnpike — 113.1 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, KS and Maize, KS.

1

Start on this road

149 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue

282 ft · 14 sec · Armstrong Avenue
3

Turn right onto US 69

1.3 mi · 3 min · North 7th Street Trafficway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Take the ramp onto US 69

54 mi · 56 min · US 69
Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 470

113 mi · 1 hr 53 min · Kansas Turnpike
Toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
7

At end of road, turn right onto Boyer Road

137 ft · 2 sec · Boyer Road
8

Turn right onto KS 254

25 mi · 27 min · Southwest 20th Street
9

Continue on I 235; KS 96

1.6 mi · 1 min · I 235; KS 96
10

Take the exit onto KS 96

0.3 mi · 20 sec · KS 96
Exit 13 Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96

5.9 mi · 6 min · KS 96
Toward KS 96, Hutchinson
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward 53rd Street, Maize Road
13

Turn left onto West 53rd Street North

0.2 mi · 36 sec · West 53rd Street North
14

Turn left onto North Maize Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · North Maize Road
15

Turn right onto East Hickory Lane

0.1 mi · 29 sec · East Hickory Lane
16

Turn right onto North Heather Lane

225 ft · 15 sec · North Heather Lane
17

Turn left onto Harvest Lane

500 ft · 22 sec · Harvest Lane
18

Arrive at destination

North Queen Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 33-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave Kansas City, KS, in the morning to take advantage of daylight and less traffic. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway point, keeping in mind the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 113 miles. The fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you begin. Keep an eye out for signage directing you onto US 69 as you approach your destination in Maize, KS.

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 101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.1 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 45 miles or 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 101.6 miles or 1h 45m 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 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maize, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, KS

This is one driving day of about 203.1 miles and 3h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Kansas City, 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 113.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Osage County, Kansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Osage City, KS

102 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

Leavenworth County, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Osage City, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.6 miles from Kansas City, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Kansas Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tao Tao Chinese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kansas City, Kansas

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11:45 am–8 pm

+19133421331

Visit website

El Torito Taquería

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kansas City, Kansas

1.2 mi

Jazz a Louisiana Kitchen

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kansas City, Kansas

2.5 mi

Tao Tao Chinese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 11:45 am–8 pm

+19133421331

Visit website

El Torito Taquería

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 8 am–9:30 pm

+19132330463

Visit website

Jazz a Louisiana Kitchen

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 14.5

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19133280003

Visit website

Dott Boss

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+18162838000

Visit website

Bob Evans

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.5

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+19132991278

Visit website

Pokesan - Poke Bowls, Dumplings & More

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18167016120

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.5

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19138715874

Visit website

Globe Indian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 58

Topeka, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+17853541500

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 145.1

Matfield Green, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 174.1

El Dorado, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 188.6

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Money Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Kansas City, Missouri

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+18168812683

Visit website

Great Plains Nature Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 188.6

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13166835499

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 196.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Armstrong Avenue

Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 69

Take the ramp onto US 69 toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69...
8
55.6 mi into trip | ~59m in | I 470 / Kansas Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 470 / Kansas Turnpike toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita

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 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
7
196.1 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in | KS 96

Take the exit onto KS 96 toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 13 Toward KS 96 West: Hutchinson
6
196.4 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in | KS 96

Keep slight left at fork onto KS 96 toward KS 96, Hutchinson

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward KS 96, Hutchinson

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.75 one way

$63.50 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.86 $69.73
premium $4.89 $39.08 $78.17
diesel $5.61 $44.84 $89.68

Estimated Tolls: $5.65

Kansas Turnpike (113.1 mi) $5.65

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

$32

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.9 0 $21.33 $9.75
Efficient EV 50.8 0 $17.77 $8.12
EV Truck/SUV 81.2 1 $28.43 $13.00

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Kansas City, KS

Late night in Kansas City on Sunday

Local time

3:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maize, KS

Late night in Maize on Sunday

Local time

3:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°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

9 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

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,...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 63
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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 86% of your journey on high-speed roads. The majority of your time will be spent on the Kansas Turnpike, including a substantial 113.1-mile stretch without a major road change. You'll also navigate sections of US 69 and Southwest 20th Street. While the drive is largely consistent, the shift from the Turnpike to other highways will mark the progression of your trip. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a direct path designed for steady progress.

86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.1 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 69. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Armstrong Avenue.

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 203.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 470 / Kansas Turnpike): 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.

On the drive from Kansas City, KS to Maize, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Wichita along the way.

Wichita

55.6 mi in | ~59m | via I 470

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 203.1 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 (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 113.1 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.65 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 Maize, 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: near the start (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 470 / Kansas Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Maize, 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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