How far is Parsons, KS from Leawood, KS?
The driving distance from Parsons, KS to Leawood, KS is about 148.6 miles (239.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.7 miles (189.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parsons and Leawood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parsons and Leawood.
-
1
Start on Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
-
2
Continue on 24000 Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · 24000 Road
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto 24000 Road
26.2 mi · 31 min · 24000 Road
-
4
Turn left
7.7 mi · 11 min
-
5
Turn left onto Parkview Drive
57.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Parkview Drive
-
6
Continue straight
44.7 mi · 46 min
-
7
Take the exit slight left toward Blue Valley Parkway
3102 ft · 48 sec
-
8
Continue on Blue Valley Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · Blue Valley Parkway
-
9
Continue on Metcalf Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Metcalf Avenue
-
10
Take the ramp slight right toward I 435 East, US 50 East
1651 ft · 44 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
2.6 mi · 3 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward State Line Road
1669 ft · 43 sec
-
13
Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Line Road
-
14
Turn left onto West 95th Street
2101 ft · 57 sec · West 95th Street
-
15
Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · Lee Boulevard
-
16
Turn left onto West 90th Street
718 ft · 31 sec · West 90th Street
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parsons and Leawood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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.
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 Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Parsons and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leawood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parsons to Leawood?
The road trip is about 148.6 miles (239.1 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Fulton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.6 miles from Parsons and 74 miles from Leawood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.7 miles (189.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 1:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.76 one way or $39.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Parsons and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leawood.
Stop Ideas Near Fulton
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 Fulton.
Lee's Summit
Lawrence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parsons and Leawood. Straight-line distance: 117.69 mi (189.41 km).
#1 Parsons
City in Labette County, Kansas, USA
| Population | 9,463 |
| Coordinates | 37.3403400, -95.2610800 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Leawood
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 34,669 |
| Coordinates | 38.9666700, -94.6169000 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-94.616901, 38.966789)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.29 | $44.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.39 | $48.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.