How far is Overland Park, KS from Peabody, KS?
The driving distance from Overland Park, KS to Peabody, KS is about 155.1 miles (249.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143 miles (230.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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 54m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Coffey County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Overland Park and Peabody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overland Park and Peabody.
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Start on the route
41 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto West 81st Street
71 m · 16 sec · West 81st Street
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Turn left onto Overland Park Drive
82 m · 13 sec · Overland Park Drive
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Turn right onto Valley View Drive
761 ft · 30 sec · Valley View Drive
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Turn right onto Newton Street
157 m · 28 sec · Newton Street
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Turn left onto Santa Fe Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Santa Fe Drive
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Continue on West 87th Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West 87th Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1893 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
37.1 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
57.3 mi · 58 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 Overland Park and Peabody.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West 87th Street
Continue straight
57.3 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Overland Park 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 Overland Park to Peabody?
The road trip is about 155.1 miles (249.6 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Lebo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Overland Park and 77.7 miles from Peabody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143 miles (230.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.63 one way or $41.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Overland Park and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peabody.
Stop Ideas Near Lebo
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Overland Park and Peabody. Straight-line distance: 143.05 mi (230.22 km).
#1 Overland Park
The second most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 197,381 |
| Coordinates | 38.9822300, -94.6707900 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| 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: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $20.63 | $41.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.26 | $46.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.46 | $50.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.01 | $58.03 |
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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