Origin
Kansas City, KS
Morning in Kansas City on Sunday
Local time
6:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kansas City, KS to Lyndon, 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 40m
Distance
90.9 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lyndon, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
This 90.9-mile drive from Kansas City, KS, to Lyndon, KS, is a straightforward trip primarily on US 69 and US 75, with a significant portion utilizing the Kansas Turnpike. Expect the journey to take around 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it a perfect day trip within the Great Plains region. With a projected fuel cost of about $14, this route is budget-friendly. The highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, allowing for efficient travel. This drive is ideal for those seeking a direct and uncomplicated path through eastern Kansas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Kansas City, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 69 | 54.3 mi | 56m |
| US 75 | 26.7 mi | 30m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 6.7 mi | 6m |
| North 7th Street Trafficway | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Burlingame Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 42nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Armstrong Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 54.3 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kansas City, KS and Lyndon, KS.
1
Start on this road
149 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue
282 ft
·
14 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 69
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North 7th Street Trafficway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 69
54 mi
·
56 min
·
US 69
Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470
6.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 470 West, US 75: Topeka, Salina
7
Continue on I 470
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward US 75 South
9
Keep slight left at fork
509 ft
·
14 sec
10
Turn left onto Southwest Burlingame Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Southwest Burlingame Road
11
Turn left onto Southwest 42nd Street
306 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest 42nd Street
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
13
Merge onto US 75
25 mi
·
27 min
·
US 75
14
Enter roundabout onto US 75; KS 31
186 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 75; KS 31
15
Continue on US 75; KS 31
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 75; KS 31
16
Arrive at destination
US 75; KS 31
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes for this 90.9-mile trip, you have considerable flexibility in your departure time. Leaving early might help you avoid any potential commuter traffic around Kansas City. With no designated stops in the data, you can choose when and if to pull over, though it's always wise to take a break during longer stretches like the 54.3 miles on US 69. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and plan your fill-up accordingly before you depart or at a convenient point along the way.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.4 miles from Kansas City, KS, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 20 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyndon, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Kansas City, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kansas City, KS
This is one driving day of about 90.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Kansas City, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 69 for about 54.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Kansas City, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Armstrong Avenue
Turn right onto Armstrong Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 69 / North 7th Street Trafficway
Turn right onto US 69 / North 7th Street Trafficway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 69
Take the ramp onto US 69 toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69 South: Topeka
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 West, US 24 West, US 40 West, US 69...
8
55.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
I 470 / Kansas Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 470 / Kansas Turnpike toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 470, I 335: South Topeka, Wichita
5
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 470 West, US 75: Topeka, Salina
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 470 West, US 75: Topeka, Salina
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.21 one way
$28.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.60 | $31.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.49 | $34.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.07 | $40.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.33
Kansas Turnpike
(6.7 mi)
$0.33
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
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.54 | $4.36 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.73 | $5.82 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Lyndon, KS
Morning in Lyndon on Sunday
Local time
6:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Reno, KS
45 mi in
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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 route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience long stretches of efficient travel, including a continuous segment of 54.3 miles on US 69. The predominant use of major highways suggests a consistent driving experience with minimal slowdowns. While the landscape is characteristic of the Great Plains, the road itself prioritizes directness over winding byways. Prepare for a steady pace with ample opportunities to cover ground quickly.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.3 mi on US 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and US 75. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Armstrong Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 90.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 69 / North 7th Street Trafficway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kansas City, KS and Lyndon, KS, road signs point toward Wichita and Salina.
Wichita
55.6 mi in
|
~59m
|
via I 470
Salina
62.3 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 90.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.3 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.33 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. 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: near the start (Armstrong Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 69 / North 7th Street Trafficway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (US 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lyndon, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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