Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Leawood, KS to Sublette, KS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 18m
Distance
380.8 mi
613 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 7m
★
6 AM
7h 18m
8 AM
7h 39m
10 AM
7h 25m
12 PM
7h 23m
3 PM
7h 27m
5 PM
7h 38m
8 PM
7h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leawood, KS
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Sublette, KS
Pablo López
Trip Overview
Leawood, KS to Sublette, KS is 380.8 miles and takes about 7h 18m via US 50, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Kansas, traversing the Great Plains region from start to finish. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on highways, making it a solid choice for a single-day excursion. The route is designed for efficiency, with most of your travel occurring on major roadways.
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
190.4 miles from Leawood, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 314.9 mi | 5h 55m |
| US 56 | 55.8 mi | 1h 7m |
| I 435 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| State Line Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lee Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 95th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West 90th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Inman Street | 0.1 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
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Sublette, KS.
1
Start on West 90th Street
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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West 90th Street
2
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Lee Boulevard
3
Turn left onto West 95th Street
0.4 mi
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53 sec
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West 95th Street
4
Turn right onto State Line Road
1.3 mi
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2 min
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State Line Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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33 sec
6
Merge onto I 435; US 50
6.8 mi
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7 min
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I 435; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 50
0.5 mi
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58 sec
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US 50
Exit 83
Toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des Moines
Use 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: Wichita
Use 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
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0 sec
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US 50
13
Continue on US 50
43 mi
·
50 min
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US 50
Use the straight lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 50
197 ft
·
8 sec
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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
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47 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50, KS 15: Hutchinson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
40 mi
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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
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10 sec
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US 56; US 283; US 400
24
Turn straight onto US 56; US 400
49 mi
·
58 min
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US 56; US 400
25
Turn left onto North Inman Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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North Inman Street
26
Arrive at destination
South Inman Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7h 18m drive, aim for an early morning departure from Leawood to ensure you have ample daylight. With a total of 380.8 miles, it's easily manageable in one day, but plan for at least two stops to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 314.9-mile stretch on US 50, as services can be spread out in rural Kansas. Your estimated fuel cost is around $60, so factor that into your budget.
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 190.4 miles from Leawood, KS, or about 3h 35m 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 84 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 190.4 miles or 3h 35m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sublette, 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 380.8 miles and 7h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
190 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 190.4 miles from Leawood, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 50 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 314.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Eagles Landing Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 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
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~6m in
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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
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~14m in
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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
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~15m in
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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
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~3h 15m in
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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
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~3h 19m in
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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
$59.98 one way
$119.97 round trip
$4.00/gal
25.4 MPG avg
133 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.37 | $65.52 | $131.03 |
| premium | $4.73 | $70.87 | $141.74 |
| diesel | $6.06 | $90.87 | $181.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 133.2 kg one way.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair
Mission, KS - Tesla Supercharger
Mission, KS
Tesla
20 DCFC
Rob Sight Ford
Kansas City, MO
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
State Line Nissan
Kansas City, MO
Non-Networked
1 DCFC
Tesla: 1
Non-Networked: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 114.2 | 1 | $39.98 | $18.28 |
| Efficient EV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.32 | $15.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 152.3 | 1 | $53.31 | $24.37 |
Gas CO2
133 kg
EV CO2
45 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.
Origin
Leawood, KS
Late night in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
4:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Frost
N 2 to 8 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 9:08PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Destination
Sublette, KS
Late night in Sublette on Saturday
Local time
4:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
25°F
Widespread Frost
SSE 1 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 9:08PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
80°F
Peabody, KS
190 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
12 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 18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on highways, with a 99% highway share. You'll experience the longest continuous stretch on US 50 for 314.9 miles. Expect minimal time on surface roads, as the vast majority of your 7h 18m travel will be on well-maintained highways. The transition from highway to surface roads will be minimal, likely occurring only at the very beginning and end of your trip.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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 Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 380.8 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
2,914 ft
942 ft
Total Climb
2,055 ft
Total Descent
83 ft
Highest Point
2,914 ft
~380.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,972 ft
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.
On the drive from Leawood, KS to Sublette, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Newton along the way.
Newton
105.1 mi in
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~1h 54m
About the Cities
Starting in Leawood, KS
Full guide →Arriving in Sublette, KS
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 18m. Total distance: 380.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 18m 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.
Yes — we found about 10 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.
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 Sublette, 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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sublette, KS before the return drive.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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