If you are planning a trip from Leawood to Arma, you are looking at a straightforward 103.8-mile journey through the Kansas Great Plains. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $16 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, keeping navigation simple and predictable. Since both locations are situated within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the entire transit. It is a reliable, no-nonsense path for those needing to travel between these two Kansas communities efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Leawood, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 69
94.1 mi
1h 40m
I 435
2.8 mi
3m
State Line Road
1.3 mi
2m
Metcalf Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
North West Street
0.8 mi
1m
Blue Valley Parkway
0.7 mi
1m
Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
West 95th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 94.1 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood, KS and Arma, KS.
1
Start on West 90th Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·West 90th Street
2
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi·1 min·Lee Boulevard
3
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi·53 sec·West 95th Street
4
Turn right onto State Line Road
1.3 mi·2 min·State Line Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·33 sec
6
Merge onto I 435; US 50
2.8 mi·3 min·I 435; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 79Toward Metcalf AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Metcalf Avenue
1.3 mi·2 min·Metcalf Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn straight onto Blue Valley Parkway
0.7 mi·1 min·Blue Valley Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·15 sec·this road
Toward US 69 South: Fort ScottUse the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward US 69 South: Fort ScottUse the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·36 sec
13
Merge onto US 69
94 mi·1 hr 40 min·US 69
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto US 69 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·North West Street
15
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.3 mi·1 min·East Washington Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a sub-two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to reach your destination, you can easily tackle the 103.8 miles in one go if you prefer. Keep in mind that since the vast majority of your time is spent on US 69, you should stay alert for typical highway traffic patterns, especially when navigating the initial segments involving I-435 and State Line Road. Since fuel costs are estimated at $16, filling up before you leave Leawood is a smart way to avoid mid-trip errands. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by focusing on a steady pace rather than rushing through the stretches of open highway.
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 51.9 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.1 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 1m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arma, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Leawood, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leawood, KS
This is one driving day of about 103.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Leawood, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 69 for about 94.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Lee Boulevard
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip|~6m in|I 435; US 50
Merge onto I 435; US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.6 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward Metcalf Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 79
Toward Metcalf Avenue
6
8 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the ramp toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
5
8.6 mi into trip|~15m in|US 69
Merge onto US 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.23 one way
$32.46 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.82
$35.64
premium
$4.89
$19.98
$39.95
diesel
$5.61
$22.92
$45.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.1
0
$10.90
$4.98
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.08
$4.15
EV Truck/SUV
41.5
0
$14.53
$6.64
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Leawood, KS
Night
in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arma, KS
Night
in Arma on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of your time spent on major roads like US 69 and I-435. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 94.1 miles specifically on US 69. Because the drive is dominated by high-speed corridors, you should expect a consistent, efficient pace rather than winding local roads. Transitioning from the suburban environment of Leawood onto the open highway allows for steady cruising through the plains. While the path remains functional and fast, it lacks the technical curves found on rural backroads, ensuring a predictable experience behind the wheel.
94% 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: 94.1 mi on US 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and I 435. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lee Boulevard.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 103.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Lee Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 435; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 103.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.1 miles on US 69. 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 Arma, 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 0.1 miles (Lee Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 435; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 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 Arma, KS before heading back.
