Origin
Holton, KS
Late night in Holton on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holton, KS to Leavenworth, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
55.4 mi
89 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holton, KS
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Leavenworth, KS
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Trip Overview
This 55.4-mile drive from Holton to Leavenworth, Kansas, is a straightforward 1 hour and 20-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for exploring the Great Plains region of Kansas. The route primarily utilizes KS 16 and KS 192, with a significant portion on Amelia Earhart Drive as you approach your destination. Given its short duration and minimal stops recommended, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing to break it up overnight. It offers a practical way to travel between these two Kansas communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 16 | 22.1 mi | 31m |
| KS 192 | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| Amelia Earhart Drive | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| T Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| West 4th Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Spruce Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 20th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| KS 4 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 16
— 22.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holton, KS and Leavenworth, KS.
1
Start on New York Avenue
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
New York Avenue
2
Turn left onto KS 16; KS 116
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn right onto KS 16
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
T Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 16
14 mi
·
20 min
·
KS 16
5
Turn left onto KS 4; KS 16
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 4; KS 16
6
Turn right onto KS 16
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
KS 16
7
At end of road, turn right onto KS 16
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
KS 16
8
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 16
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
KS 16
9
Continue on KS 192
16 mi
·
24 min
·
KS 192
10
Turn right onto US 73; K-7
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Amelia Earhart Drive
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
12
Turn left onto North 20th Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North 20th Street
13
Turn left onto KS 92
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Spruce Street
14
Turn left
277 ft
·
20 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from Holton, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
KS 16; KS 116 / West 4th Street
Turn left onto KS 16; KS 116 / West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
KS 16 / T Road
Turn right onto KS 16 / T Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
KS 16
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 16
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
28.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
KS 16
At end of road, turn right onto KS 16
Navigation decision point
4
28.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
KS 16
Keep slight left at fork onto KS 16
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.66 one way
$17.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.23 | $24.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.85 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Leavenworth, KS
Late night in Leavenworth on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Oskaloosa, KS
28 mi in
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
29 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
1h 20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 71% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of your journey, including a notable stretch of 22.1 miles on KS 16 without interruption. The profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, likely with open roads characteristic of the Great Plains. Expect a steady progression through Kansas landscapes, with the primary roads guiding you efficiently from Holton to Leavenworth. The transition to Amelia Earhart Drive marks the final leg of your trip.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on KS 16.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 16 and KS 192. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KS 16; KS 116 / West 4th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.4 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KS 16; KS 116 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (KS 16 / T Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (KS 16): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on KS 16. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Leavenworth, KS before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (KS 16; KS 116 / West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (KS 16 / T Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (KS 16): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leavenworth, KS before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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