Origin
Leavenworth, KS
Late night in Leavenworth on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leavenworth, KS to Leawood, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
40.1 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leavenworth, KS
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Leawood, KS
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Trip Overview
Leavenworth, KS to Leawood, KS is 40.1 miles and takes about 59m via North Main Street and Kansas Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, transitioning from one familiar landscape to another. Expect a route with numerous turns, characteristic of local driving rather than a long-haul highway cruise. Given its short distance and duration, this drive is best suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. It’s a straightforward journey connecting two points within Kansas.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 12.3 mi | 16m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 10.8 mi | 11m |
| Harry Darby Memorial Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Metcalf Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| South 4th Street | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| West 75th Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Mission Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West 89th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— 12.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth, KS and Leawood, KS.
1
Start on this road
277 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto KS 92
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Spruce Street
3
Turn right onto US 73; K-7
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South 4th Street
4
Continue on US 73; K-7
12 mi
·
16 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto US 24; US 40
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 24; US 40
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 635
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
9
Continue on US 69
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto West 75th Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 75th Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Mission Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Mission Road
13
Turn left onto West 89th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 89th Street
14
Turn right onto Meadow Lane
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Meadow Lane
15
Turn left onto West 90th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 90th Street
16
Arrive at destination
West 90th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Leavenworth, 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 16.1 and 35.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
16.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 24; US 40
Take the exit onto US 24; US 40 toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East
5
16.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
27.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 635 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 418A
Toward I 635 South
6
33.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Metcalf Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Metcalf Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
35.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
West 75th Street
Turn left onto West 75th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.88 | $13.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.72 | $15.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.54
Kansas Turnpike
(10.8 mi)
$0.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Leawood, KS
Late night in Leawood on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
59m 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 has a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll be navigating more intersections than you might on a pure interstate trip. While 28% of the drive is on highways like the Kansas Turnpike, much of it involves city streets and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.3 miles on North Main Street, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns appear. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires attention to navigation and frequent adjustments.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.3 mi on North Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.1 miles in near US 24; US 40.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 40.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.1 miles (US 24; US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.3 miles on North Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.54 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.
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 Leawood, 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 16.1 miles (US 24; US 40): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leawood, 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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