Haven to Shawnee is 215.6 miles and takes about 3h 50m via I-35 and Kansas Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Kansas, traversing the Great Plains region. With 98% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward commute with minimal need for navigation through smaller towns. The route is ideal for a single-day drive, letting you reach your destination without needing to book overnight accommodations. Consider this a practical transit between two points, rather than a destination in itself.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
107.8 miles from Haven, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 35
101.7 mi
1h 45m
Kansas Turnpike
56 mi
56m
KS 96
28.5 mi
31m
KS 254
24.7 mi
27m
Nieman Road
1.7 mi
3m
Shawnee Mission Parkway
1.2 mi
2m
Industrial Drive
0.4 mi
<1m
West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 101.7 mi, about 1h 45m
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~761 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,009
Quietest
2 AM
~68 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haven, KS and Shawnee, KS.
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Start on South Kansas Avenue
0.1 mi·35 sec·South Kansas Avenue
2
Turn left onto Industrial Drive
0.4 mi·50 sec·Industrial Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto South Haven Road
528 ft·18 sec·South Haven Road
4
Turn left onto KS 96
28 mi·31 min·KS 96
5
Continue on KS 254
25 mi·27 min·KS 254
Toward KS 254, El DoradoUse the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
267 ft·7 sec
7
Merge onto Boyer Road
260 ft·7 sec·Boyer Road
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
9
Turn straight
0.2 mi·20 sec
10
Merge onto I 35
56 mi·56 min·Kansas Turnpike
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35
95 mi·1 hr 38 min·I 35
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169
3.6 mi·4 min·I 35; US 56; US 169
Toward I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des MoinesUse the straight lane.
13
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 69; US 169
2.7 mi·3 min·I 35; US 56; US 69; US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto US 56; US 69; US 169
0.2 mi·15 sec·US 56; US 69; US 169
Exit 228BToward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
106 ft·4 sec
Toward Shawnee Mission Parkway, ShawneeUse the left lane.
16
Turn left onto US 56; US 69; US 169
1.2 mi·2 min·Shawnee Mission Parkway
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto Nieman Road
1.7 mi·3 min·Nieman Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi·1 min·West 49th Terrace
19
Turn right onto Bond Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·Bond Street
20
Arrive at destination
Bond Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3h 50m duration, you can leave Haven anytime and still arrive in Shawnee before dark. Fuel costs are estimated at $34, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid needing to stop for gas on this mostly highway route. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 100 miles on I-35, so plan for a comfortable break before or after that segment. Since it's a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart later in the morning or make an early start, depending on your preference for avoiding traffic.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.8 miles from Haven, KS, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.8 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haven, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Haven, KS
This is one driving day of about 215.6 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Haven, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 101.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 53.9 and 213.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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53.9 mi into trip|~1h in|Boyer Road
Merge onto Boyer Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
110.3 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|I 35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
212 mi into trip|~3h 42m in|US 56; US 69; US 169
Take the exit onto US 56; US 69; US 169 toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 228B
Toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: S...
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212.2 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
6
213.4 mi into trip|~3h 45m in|Nieman Road
Turn right onto Nieman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.96 one way
$71.93 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$39.09
$78.18
premium
$5.26
$44.64
$89.28
diesel
$6.18
$52.45
$104.90
Estimated Tolls: $2.80
Kansas Turnpike
(56 mi)$2.80
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.7
0
$22.64
$10.35
Efficient EV
53.9
0
$18.87
$8.62
EV Truck/SUV
86.2
1
$30.18
$13.80
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Haven, KS
Morning
in Haven on Sunday
Local time
8:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Widespread Frost then Sunny
SSW 1 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:31AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Destination
Shawnee, KS
Morning
in Shawnee on Sunday
Local time
8:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Sunny
SSW 1 to 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:31AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 10:30PM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to spend nearly all your time on highways, with 98% of the 215.6 miles on routes like I-35 and the Kansas Turnpike. You'll encounter a 101.7-mile stretch on I-35, which means you can settle in for a solid period of consistent driving. Surface roads are minimal, likely appearing only for the briefest moments at the start or end of your trip. The high percentage of highway driving suggests a flow with fewer interruptions, though you'll still want to be aware of merging traffic near larger population centers.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.7 mi on I 35.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and Kansas Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53.9 miles in near Boyer Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 215.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 53.9 miles (Boyer Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 110.3 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 212 miles (US 56; US 69; US 169): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,531 ft918 ft
Total Climb
433 ft
Total Descent
852 ft
Highest Point
1,531 ft
~95 mi in
Elevation Range
613 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Haven, KS to Shawnee, KS, road signs begin pointing toward El Dorado along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 215.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.7 miles on I 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.80 in tolls one way, starting with Kansas Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Shawnee, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 53.9 miles (Boyer Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 110.3 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 212 miles (US 56; US 69; US 169): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Shawnee, KS, but most travelers stay overnight.
