Leawood, KS to Satanta, KS is 390.1 miles and takes about 7h 32m via US 50 and US 56, with a fuel budget near $65 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Kansas, traversing the Great Plains region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway drive from the Kansas City area to western Kansas. With a single recommended day of travel, this route is best suited for those looking to cover ground efficiently without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195 miles from Leawood, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
314.9 mi
5h 55m
US 56
63.8 mi
1h 17m
I 435
6.8 mi
7m
State Line Road
1.3 mi
2m
County Road GG
0.8 mi
1m
Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
County Road 220
0.5 mi
2m
West 95th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 314.9 mi, about 5h 55m
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 Satanta, 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
95 mi·1 hr 38 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
0.2 mi·37 sec
Toward US 50: Emporia, Newton
10
Enter roundabout
433 ft·5 sec
11
Continue
0.2 mi·11 sec
12
Enter roundabout onto US 50
33 ft·0 sec·US 50
13
Continue on US 50
43 mi·50 min·US 50
Use the straight lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 50
197 ft·8 sec·US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
15
Continue on US 50
25 mi·30 min·US 50
Toward US 50 West: Newton
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
3.2 mi·3 min·US 50
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
17
Take the exit onto US 50
40 mi·47 min·US 50
Toward US 50, KS 15: HutchinsonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
40 mi·45 min·US 50
19
Enter roundabout onto US 50
176 ft·2 sec·US 50
20
Continue on US 50
68 mi·1 hr 18 min·US 50
21
Turn left onto US 56; US 283
3.1 mi·3 min·US 56; US 283
22
Turn left onto US 56; US 283
3.9 mi·4 min·US 56; US 283
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 56; US 283; US 400
0.2 mi·10 sec·US 56; US 283; US 400
24
Turn straight onto US 56; US 400
57 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 56; US 400
25
Turn left onto KS 190
0.8 mi·1 min·County Road GG
26
Turn left onto County Road 220
0.5 mi·2 min·County Road 220
27
Turn left
0.1 mi·30 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7.5-hour drive, consider departing Leawood in the morning to maximize daylight. You'll have about 2 to 3 planned stops, which should be sufficient for breaks and fuel. The longest continuous driving segment is over 300 miles, so plan your mid-drive refreshment accordingly. Given the 99% highway profile, fuel stops will be readily available along US 50 and US 56. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you enter the more sparsely populated western Kansas sections.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 3h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 314.9 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 86 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195 miles or 3h 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 6h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Satanta, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Leawood, KS
This is one driving day of about 390.1 miles and 7h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Leawood, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 314.9 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 177 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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...
6
173.7 mi into trip|~3h 15m in|US 50
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 135 South, US 81 South, US 50 West: Wi...
7
177 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.45 one way
$122.90 round trip
$4.00/gal25.4 MPG avg137 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.37
$67.12
$134.23
premium
$4.73
$72.60
$145.20
diesel
$6.06
$93.09
$186.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
117
1
$40.96
$18.72
Efficient EV
97.5
1
$34.13
$15.60
EV Truck/SUV
156
1
$54.61
$24.97
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Leawood, KS
Morning
in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
9:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
36°F
Patchy Frost
N 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:31AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Destination
Satanta, KS
Morning
in Satanta on Saturday
Local time
9:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
25°F
Widespread Frost
SSW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:31AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
80°F
Peabody, KS
195 mi in
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
11 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
7h 32m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 99% of this trip, covering 390.1 miles. The longest stretch without significant breaks is 314.9 miles, primarily on US 50. Expect to transition from interstate driving to US highways, offering a consistent cruising experience. You'll notice the landscape becoming more rural as you head west, with fewer major exits.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 314.9 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and US 56. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near I 435; US 50.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 390.1 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 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; at 10 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,955 ft942 ft
Total Climb
2,103 ft
Total Descent
90 ft
Highest Point
2,955 ft
~390.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,013 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 Satanta, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Newton along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 32m. Total distance: 390.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 314.9 miles on US 50. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Satanta, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 10 miles (US 50): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Satanta, KS before the return drive.
