How far is Altamont, KS from Overland Park, KS?

The driving distance from Altamont, KS to Overland Park, KS is about 155.5 miles (250.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
155.47 mi
02h 39m
Flight
128.41 mi
206.65 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
128.41 mi
Kilometers
206.65 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
155.47 mi
Kilometers
250.21 km
Drive Time
02h 39m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Overland Park
Mon, May 4, 8:14 PM CDT
Return by in Altamont
Mon, May 4, 10:54 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Altamont
2026-05-04T17:35
Arrive Overland Park
Mon, May 4, 8:14 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:40 AM to 12:40 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:10 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Altamont
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fort Scott
KS

City in Kansas, USA

From Altamont
79.5 mi
01h 19m
To Overland Park
76 mi
01h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 22 mph SSW
Destination
82°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Altamont and Overland Park.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Altamont and Overland Park.

  1. 1

    Start on Huston Avenue

    980 ft · 45 sec · Huston Avenue

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East 4th Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · East 4th Street

  3. 3

    Continue on 14000 Road

    3199 ft · 54 sec · 14000 Road

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Ottawa Road

    97 m · 5 sec · Ottawa Road

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout onto Ottawa Road

    10.3 mi · 15 min · Ottawa Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  7. 7

    Continue on 24000 Road

    2.8 mi · 4 min · 24000 Road

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn right onto 24000 Road

    26.2 mi · 31 min · 24000 Road

  9. 9

    Turn left

    7.7 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Parkview Drive

    57.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Parkview Drive

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    44.7 mi · 46 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight left toward Blue Valley Parkway

    3102 ft · 48 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Blue Valley Parkway

    1.4 km · 2 min · Blue Valley Parkway

  14. 14

    Continue on Metcalf Avenue

    4.5 mi · 9 min · Metcalf Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Marty Street

    995 ft · 47 sec · Marty Street

  16. 16

    Turn left

    90 m · 22 sec

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Altamont and Overland Park.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Parkview Drive
102 mi · 66%
24000 Road
29 mi · 19%
Ottawa Road
10.3 mi · 7%
Metcalf Avenue
4.51 mi · 3%
Main Street
1.56 mi · 1%
Blue Valley Parkway
1.43 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Parkview Drive

Turn left onto Parkview Drive

57.5 mi · 01h 05m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 39m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.1 mi
128.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fort Scott
01h 19m from Altamont
Leave By
1:10 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Altamont and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Overland Park.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Altamont to Overland Park?

The road trip is about 155.5 miles (250.2 km) and usually takes 02h 39m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Fort Scott is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.5 miles from Altamont and 76 miles from Overland Park.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.70 one way or $41.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Altamont and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Overland Park.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Altamont and Overland Park. Straight-line distance: 128.41 mi (206.65 km).

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#1 Altamont

City in Kansas, United States

Population1,016
Coordinates37.1903400, -95.2971900
Altitude278
CountryUnited States
Overland Park

#2 Overland Park

The second most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.

Population197,381
Coordinates38.9822300, -94.6707900
Altitude329
CountryUnited States
Start: Huston Avenue (-95.297161, 37.19034)
End: (-94.670541, 38.98229)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 250 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 13m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.49 gal
20.77 L · about $20.70
Round trip
$41.41
10.98 gal · 41.54 L
Estimated CO2
48.8 kg one way
Round trip: 97.6 kg / 215 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $20.70 $41.41
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.35 $46.70
Premium $4.65 $25.55 $51.10
Diesel $5.30 $29.12 $58.24

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kansas · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between Altamont and Overland Park. The current time is 17:35:07.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.