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

Fastest route

The route from Overland Park, Kansas, USA to Pittsburg, Kansas 66762, USA is approximately 113 miles and takes about 1 hour and 49 minutes via US-69 S.

Directions

  1. Head west toward Overland Park Dr.
  2. Turn left onto Overland Park Dr.
  3. Turn right onto Valley View Dr.
  4. Turn right onto Newton St.
  5. Turn left onto Santa Fe Dr.
  6. Pass by Minit Mart on the right in 1.2 miles and Arby's on the left in 0.3 miles.
  7. Use the right lane to take the ramp onto US-69 S.
  8. Follow US-69 S to N Broadway St in Pittsburg.
  9. Keep left to stay on US-69 S.
  10. Continue straight onto N Broadway St.
  11. Pass by Wendy's on the left in 0.6 miles.
  12. Arrive at Pittsburg, Kansas 66762, USA.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Check the traffic conditions before you start your journey.
  • โ›ฝ Make sure to have enough fuel for the trip.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a navigation app or GPS to stay on the right track.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Observe traffic rules and regulations during your drive.
  • ๐Ÿ“… Plan your departure time to avoid rush hours, if possible.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Keep an eye out for road signs and landmarks to ensure you're on the correct route.
  • ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Consider stopping for a meal or refreshments along the way if needed.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
113.74 mi
01h 52m
Flight
108.58 mi
174.75 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
108.58 mi
Kilometers
174.75 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
113.74 mi
Kilometers
183.05 km
Drive Time
01h 52m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pittsburg
Thu, May 28, 4:40 AM CDT
Return by in Overland Park
Thu, May 28, 6:33 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Overland Park
2026-05-28T02:48
Arrive Pittsburg
Thu, May 28, 4:40 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:53 AM to 11:53 AM CDT

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

Leave by
2:44 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Overland Park
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
Pleasanton
KS

Human settlement in Linn County, Kansas, United States of America

From Overland Park
56 mi
00h 56m
To Pittsburg
57.7 mi
00h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82ยฐF
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, May 28 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph E
Destination
78ยฐF
Thursday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, May 28 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    41 m ยท 14 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West 81st Street

    56 m ยท 9 sec ยท West 81st Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Marty Street

    1173 ft ยท 56 sec ยท Marty Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Metcalf Avenue

    4.5 mi ยท 9 min ยท Metcalf Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Blue Valley Parkway

    1.1 km ยท 1 min ยท Blue Valley Parkway

  6. 6

    Continue on US 69 South: Fort Scott

    843 ft ยท 15 sec

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight toward US 69 South: Fort Scott

    1132 ft ยท 18 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right

    2346 ft ยท 37 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    102.1 mi ยท 1 hr 51 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right

    97 m ยท 9 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto West Atkinson Road

    2.3 mi ยท 3 min ยท West Atkinson Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto West 4th Street

    1 mi ยท 2 min ยท West 4th Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto North Broadway Street

    20 m ยท 3 sec ยท North Broadway Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท North Broadway Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 69 South
103 mi ยท 91%
Metcalf Avenue
4.52 mi ยท 4%
West Atkinson Road
2.29 mi ยท 2%
West 4th Street
1.05 mi ยท 1%
Blue Valley Parkway
0.7 mi ยท 1%
Marty Street
0.22 mi
Longest Stretch

US 69 South

Merge slight left

102 mi ยท 01h 51m

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
01h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.1 mi
108.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pleasanton
00h 56m from Overland Park
Leave By
2:44 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Overland Park and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 113.7 miles (183 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?

Pleasanton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56 miles from Overland Park and 57.7 miles from Pittsburg.

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

The direct path is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 2:44 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.12 one way or $30.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Overland Park and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Pittsburg.

Stop Ideas Near Pleasanton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Pleasanton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pleasanton.

RAIL

Lee's Summit

87 mi away
217 SW Main St.
RAIL

Lawrence

99 mi away
413 East 7th Street
RAIL

Union Station

102 mi away
30 West Pershing Rd.
RAIL

Independence

104 mi away
600 South Grand Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Overland Park and Pittsburg. Straight-line distance: 108.58 mi (174.75 km).

Overland Park

#1 Overland Park

The second most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.

Population197,381
Coordinates38.9822300, -94.6707900
Altitude329
CountryUnited States
Pittsburg

#2 Pittsburg

City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States

Population19,968
Coordinates37.4108800, -94.7049600
Altitude287
CountryUnited States
Start: (-94.670541, 38.98229)
End: North Broadway Street (-94.704831, 37.410882)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 183 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.01 gal
15.19 L ยท about $15.12
Round trip
$30.24
8.02 gal ยท 30.38 L
Estimated CO2
35.6 kg one way
Round trip: 71.3 kg / 157 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.12 $30.24
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.05 $34.11
Premium $4.65 $18.66 $37.33
Diesel $5.30 $21.27 $42.54

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 ยท May 28, 2026

There is no time difference between Overland Park and Pittsburg. The current time is 02:48:02.

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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.