How far is Leawood, KS from Peabody, KS?
The driving distance from Leawood, KS to Peabody, KS is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Osage County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leawood and Peabody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood and Peabody.
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Start on West 90th Street
718 ft · 34 sec · West 90th Street
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Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · Lee Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
2069 ft · 54 sec · West 95th Street
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Turn right onto State Line Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Line Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1305 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
6.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, US 50 West, US 56, US 169: Wichita, Des Moines
2403 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
95.1 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Emporia, Newton
1268 ft · 37 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
132 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout
814 ft · 12 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
10 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
42.8 mi · 51 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 50 West: Newton
60 m · 9 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 50 West: Newton
10.7 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto North Maple Street
106 m · 16 sec · North Maple Street
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Turn right onto East 9th Street
824 ft · 28 sec · East 9th Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
1860 ft · 51 sec · North Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leawood and Peabody.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 35 South, US 50 West, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
95.1 mi · 01h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Leawood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peabody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leawood to Peabody?
The road trip is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Olivet is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.7 miles from Leawood and 79.9 miles from Peabody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.23 one way or $42.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leawood and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peabody.
Stop Ideas Near Olivet
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Olivet.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leawood and Peabody. Straight-line distance: 145.34 mi (233.9 km).
#1 Leawood
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 34,669 |
| Coordinates | 38.9666700, -94.6169000 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peabody
Township in Marion County, Kansas
| Population | 1,079 |
| Coordinates | 38.1694600, -97.1067000 |
| Altitude | 420 |
| Country | United States |
End: Peabody (-97.1067, 38.16946)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.23 | $42.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.94 | $47.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.20 | $52.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.86 | $59.72 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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