Leawood, KS to Park City, KS is 186.3 miles and takes about 3h 21m via US 50, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Great Plains, primarily on highways for an efficient connection between two points in Kansas. You'll spend most of your time on the road, so plan for a straightforward drive. With just one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion when you need to get from point A to point B without much 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
93.1 miles from Leawood, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
152.5 mi
2h 36m
Southwest 20th Street
20 mi
21m
I 435
6.8 mi
7m
East 61st Street North
2.6 mi
4m
State Line Road
1.3 mi
2m
Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
Kechi Road
0.4 mi
<1m
West 95th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 152.5 mi, about 2h 36m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~761 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,009
Quietest
2 AM
~68 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood, KS and Park City, KS.
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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
6.8 mi·7 min·I 435; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 50
0.5 mi·58 sec·US 50
Exit 83Toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des MoinesUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
152 mi·2 hr 35 min·US 50
Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: WichitaUse the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
10
At end of road, turn right onto Boyer Road
137 ft·2 sec·Boyer Road
11
Turn right onto KS 254
20 mi·21 min·Southwest 20th Street
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward Woodlawn
13
Continue on Kechi Road
0.4 mi·47 sec·Kechi Road
14
Continue on East 61st Street North
2.6 mi·4 min·East 61st Street North
15
Turn right onto North Hydraulic Avenue
0.2 mi·38 sec·North Hydraulic Avenue
16
Turn left onto East Evanston Drive
437 ft·19 sec·East Evanston Drive
17
Arrive at destination
East Evanston Drive
Trip Plan
Aim to depart Leawood in the morning to make the most of your daylight hours for the 3h 21m drive. With a fuel cost estimated around $30 and a longest stretch of 152.5 miles on US 50, you'll want to ensure you have enough gas before heading out on that segment. Since this is a one-day trip with only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on US 50, as services might be more spread out.
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 93.1 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.5 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.1 miles or 1h 40m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Park City, 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.
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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 Leawood, KS
This is one driving day of about 186.3 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Leawood, 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 US 50 for about 152.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 162 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
8
9.5 mi into trip|~14m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des Moines
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 83
Toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita...
8
10 mi into trip|~15m in|US 50
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50 toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 1...
5
162 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.08 one way
$62.15 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$33.91
$67.82
premium
$5.25
$38.53
$77.06
diesel
$6.28
$46.03
$92.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.9
0
$19.56
$8.94
Efficient EV
46.6
0
$16.30
$7.45
EV Truck/SUV
74.5
0
$26.08
$11.92
Gas CO2
65 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.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Leawood, KS
Late night
in Leawood on Thursday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Clear
S 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Park City, KS
Late night
in Park City on Thursday
Local time
5:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSE 8 mph1% chanceLive 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
2 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 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 drive is predominantly highway, with 85% of the 186.3 miles on freeways. You'll experience about 152.5 miles of continuous cruising on US 50 before transitioning to surface streets. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your trip, with fewer exits and more open road until you approach your destination. The transition from highway to city driving will be noticeable as you near Park City.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 152.5 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and Southwest 20th Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Lee Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
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 186.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 9.5 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,436 ft936 ft
Total Climb
799 ft
Total Descent
376 ft
Highest Point
1,436 ft
~146.4 mi in
Elevation Range
501 ft
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 Leawood, KS to Park City, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Des Moines along the way.
Wichita is the largest city in Kansas — since Kansas City is divided between the states of Kansas and Missouri. It is not the biggest or flashiest city in the US, but it is a medium-sized city with a small-town feel. It offers much to tourists with its variety of attractions.
=== Tourist information ===
Visit Wichita website
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 186.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 152.5 miles on US 50. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 9.5 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Park City, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.
