If you are planning a direct trip from Shawnee to Arma, expect a straightforward journey covering 107.9 miles. This drive typically takes about 2 hours and 1 minute, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize Overland Parkway, I-35, and Johnson Drive to reach your destination within the Great Plains. Budgeting approximately $16 for fuel should cover your travel costs for this specific route. Since the entire trip is contained within Kansas, you will enjoy a consistent regional landscape throughout the drive. Because of the manageable duration, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless you prefer a leisurely pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.9 miles from Shawnee, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Overland Parkway
101.1 mi
1h 48m
I 35
2.8 mi
3m
Johnson Drive
1.2 mi
2m
Nieman Road
1.1 mi
2m
North West Street
0.8 mi
1m
West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi
1m
East Washington Street
0.3 mi
1m
Bond Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Overland Parkway
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawnee, KS and Arma, KS.
1
Start on Bond Street
0.2 mi·46 sec·Bond Street
2
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi·1 min·West 49th Terrace
3
At end of road, turn right onto Nieman Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Nieman Road
4
Turn left onto Johnson Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Johnson Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward I 35 South: WichitaUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 35
2.8 mi·3 min·I 35
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto US 69
101 mi·1 hr 48 min·Overland Parkway
Exit 225BToward US 69 SouthUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto US 69 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·North West Street
9
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.3 mi·1 min·East Washington Street
10
Arrive at destination
East Washington Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 107.9-mile trip in one go without needing to plan for lengthy rest stops. Keep in mind that because 96% of your journey is on highways, you should monitor your fuel levels before merging onto the main artery of Overland Parkway. Given that this is a relatively short haul, aiming to leave mid-morning can help you bypass any localized congestion near the start of your route in Shawnee. Use the 101.1-mile primary stretch to settle into a steady pace, as this will account for the bulk of your time behind the wheel.
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 53.9 miles from Shawnee, KS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.1 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.9 miles or 1h 1m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arma, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, KS
This is one driving day of about 107.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Shawnee, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Overland Parkway for about 101.1 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 5.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|West 49th Terrace
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|Nieman Road
At end of road, turn right onto Nieman Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|Johnson Drive
Turn left onto Johnson Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.8 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 35 South: Wichita
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 35 South: Wichita
7
5.7 mi into trip|~10m in|US 69 / Overland Parkway
Take the exit onto US 69 / Overland Parkway toward US 69 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 225B
Toward US 69 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.87 one way
$33.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$18.52
$37.04
premium
$4.89
$20.76
$41.53
diesel
$5.61
$23.82
$47.65
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: 37.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.4
0
$11.33
$5.18
Efficient EV
27
0
$9.44
$4.32
EV Truck/SUV
43.2
0
$15.11
$6.91
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Shawnee, KS
Late night
in Shawnee on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Arma, KS
Late night
in Arma on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live 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
5 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
2h 1m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You can expect a consistent driving experience, anchored by a significant 101.1-mile stretch along Overland Parkway. Because the vast majority of the 107.9 miles are spent on major thoroughfares, the drive feels efficient and direct rather than technical or winding. While you will navigate sections of I-35 and Johnson Drive, the personality of the trip remains steady and predictable. It is a no-nonsense transit that prioritizes speed and utility over complex road navigation.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.1 mi on Overland Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Overland Parkway and I 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 49th Terrace.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 49th Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Nieman Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Johnson Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 107.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 101.1 miles on Overland Parkway. 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: at 0.2 miles (West 49th Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Nieman Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Johnson Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arma, KS before heading back.
