How far is Overland Park, KS from Towanda, KS?
The driving distance from Overland Park, KS to Towanda, KS is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.4 miles (242 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Coffey County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Overland Park and Towanda.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Overland Park and Towanda.
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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
114.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 254, KS 196: El Dorado
3150 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Boyer Road
42 m · 2 sec · Boyer Road
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Turn right onto Southwest 20th Street
5.1 mi · 6 min · Southwest 20th Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Hunter Road
3084 ft · 1 min · Southwest Hunter Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 5th Street
591 ft · 28 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn right
58 m · 14 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Overland Park and Towanda.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West 87th Street
Continue straight
114 mi · 01h 55m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Overland Park and Partly Sunny near Towanda.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Overland Park to Towanda?
The road trip is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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 82.2 miles from Overland Park and 82.3 miles from Towanda.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.4 miles (242 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.91 one way or $43.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Overland Park and Partly Sunny near Towanda.
Stop Ideas Near Lebo
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lebo.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Overland Park and Towanda. Straight-line distance: 150.35 mi (241.97 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 Towanda
Township in Butler County, Kansas
| Population | 1,446 |
| Coordinates | 37.7975200, -96.9997600 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
End: Towanda (-96.99976, 37.79752)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $21.91 | $43.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.71 | $49.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.04 | $54.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.82 | $61.63 |
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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