Traveling from Pittsburg to Overland Park covers 111.8 miles across the Kansas Great Plains, typically taking around 2 hours and 8 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the journey, making it a cost-effective excursion between these two regional hubs. The path utilizes a combination of Parkview Drive, US 69, and Metcalf Avenue to guide you toward the destination. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a straightforward transition between these two points in the state. Planning for a one-day excursion allows you maximum flexibility to spend your time exactly how you choose once you arrive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Pittsburg, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Parkview Drive
57.5 mi
1h 4m
US 69
47 mi
48m
Metcalf Avenue
4.5 mi
8m
West 4th Street
1 mi
1m
Blue Valley Parkway
0.8 mi
1m
Marty Street
0.2 mi
<1m
North Broadway Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Parkview Drive
— 57.5 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg, KS and Overland Park, KS.
1
Start on US 69 Business
66 ft·10 sec·North Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto KS 126
1.0 mi·1 min·West 4th Street
3
Turn slight right
313 ft·13 sec
Toward US 69 North, US 160 East
4
Merge onto US 69; US 160
2.3 mi·3 min·US 69; US 160
5
Turn left onto US 69; US 160
58 mi·1 hr 4 min·Parkview Drive
6
Continue on US 69; KS 52
45 mi·45 min·US 69; KS 52
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·48 sec
Toward Blue Valley Parkway
8
Continue on Blue Valley Parkway
0.8 mi·1 min·Blue Valley Parkway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on Metcalf Avenue
4.5 mi·8 min·Metcalf Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn left onto Marty Street
0.2 mi·47 sec·Marty Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left
296 ft·21 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure to account for the total 2-hour and 8-minute travel time, keeping in mind that you don't need to schedule formal stops unless you prefer them. Since the drive is relatively short, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever fits your schedule best without the pressure of a multi-day itinerary. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as budgeting $17 ensures you cover the distance comfortably without needing to hunt for stations along the way. Make sure to stay alert during the 57.5-mile stretch on Parkview Drive, as this is your longest period of continuous driving. By staying focused during this primary leg, you can enjoy a steady and predictable arrival at your destination.
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 55.9 miles from Pittsburg, KS, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.5 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 25 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 4m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Overland Park, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pittsburg, 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 Pittsburg, KS
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Pittsburg, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Parkview Drive for about 57.5 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 111.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|KS 126 / West 4th Street
Turn left onto KS 126 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.3 mi into trip|~5m in|US 69; US 160 / Parkview Drive
Turn left onto US 69; US 160 / Parkview Drive
Navigation decision point
4
105.6 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward Blue Valley Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Blue Valley Parkway
5
111.5 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|Marty Street
Turn left onto Marty Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
111.7 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.48 one way
$34.96 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.19
$38.38
premium
$4.89
$21.51
$43.03
diesel
$5.61
$24.68
$49.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.5
0
$11.74
$5.37
Efficient EV
28
0
$9.78
$4.47
EV Truck/SUV
44.7
0
$15.65
$7.16
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 17, 2026
Origin
Pittsburg, KS
Late night
in Pittsburg on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Partly Cloudy
S 8 to 13 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Overland Park, KS
Late night
in Overland Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Pleasanton, KS
56 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
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
2h 8m 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 111.8-mile journey offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied rather than strictly monotonous. You will spend roughly 43% of your time on highways, balancing higher-speed travel with more localized road segments. The most significant portion of your drive occurs on Parkview Drive, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 57.5 miles. As you transition from the initial local roads onto US 69 and eventually Metcalf Avenue, the pace of the drive shifts to accommodate the changing environment. Expect a blend of open road driving that eventually gives way to the more developed traffic patterns near Overland Park.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.5 mi on Parkview Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KS 126 / West 4th Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pittsburg, KS to Overland Park, KS is easy. At 2h 8m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KS 126 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 69; US 160 / Parkview Drive): Navigation decision point; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Overland Park is a city in northeastern Kansas within the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a melting-pot of both urban and suburban living. With 197,000 residents (2020), it is one of the most affluent cities in the U.S.
The longest stretch is about 57.5 miles on Parkview Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (KS 126 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 69; US 160 / Parkview Drive): Navigation decision point; at 105.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Overland Park, KS before heading back.
