Origin
Overbrook, KS
Afternoon in Overbrook on Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Overbrook, KS to Kansas City, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Overbrook, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 67.8-mile journey from Overbrook, KS, to Kansas City, KS, which will take approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $11. You'll primarily navigate the Kansas Turnpike, US 59, and North 300 Road, traversing the familiar landscape of the Great Plains. Its highway-focused profile makes it an efficient way to cover the distance, ideal for those seeking a direct route between these two Kansas locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 35.3 mi | 36m |
| US 59 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| North 300 Road | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| West 157th Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South 7th Street Trafficway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| McDonald Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 70 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 69 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 35.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overbrook, KS and Kansas City, KS.
1
Start on 6th Street
113 ft
·
10 sec
·
6th Street
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Turn right onto US 56
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 157th Street
4
Continue on US 56
13 mi
·
15 min
·
North 300 Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 59 North: Lawrence
6
Merge onto US 59
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 59
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto McDonald Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
McDonald Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
205 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 70 East: Kansas City
9
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
this road
Toward I 70 East: Kansas City
10
Merge onto I 70
35 mi
·
36 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
12
Take the exit onto US 69
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 69
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 69
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South 7th Street Trafficway
Toward US 69 North
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
17 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
15
Turn left
149 ft
·
10 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Overbrook, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66 — 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
|
Maple Street
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the ramp toward US 59 North: Lawrence
Navigation decision point
Toward US 59 North: Lawrence
6
28.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
McDonald Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto McDonald Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69 toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69...
9
66 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 69
Take the exit onto US 69 toward US 69 North, US 169 South
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.
Exit 422A
Toward US 69 North, US 169 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.05 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.77
Kansas Turnpike
(35.3 mi)
$1.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Kansas City, KS
Afternoon in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Reno, KS
34 mi in
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
3 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 23m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 72% of it on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 35.3 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly a highway-focused drive, expect some transitions as you move between the Turnpike, US 59, and North 300 Road. The character is generally efficient and direct, minimizing time spent on slower, more winding local roads.
72% 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: 35.3 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 67.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.77 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.
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 Kansas City, 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: near the start (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 28.9 miles (McDonald Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kansas City, KS before heading back.
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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