Origin
Leawood, KS
Night in Leawood on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leawood, KS to Lansing, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leawood, KS
Спиридон Варфаламеев
Lansing, KS
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward commute between Leawood and Lansing, this 34.3-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse the Kansas Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 48 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of $5, this route is highly cost-effective and doesn't require any overnight stops. The journey relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the Kansas Turnpike, US 24, and the Harry Darby Memorial Highway. Because the entire trip stays within Kansas, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a no-nonsense path designed for travelers who prioritize speed and reliability over wandering detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| US 24 | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Harry Darby Memorial Highway | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Metcalf Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| West 75th Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| US 73 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Mission Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West 89th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 10.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood, KS and Lansing, KS.
1
Start on West 90th Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 90th Street
2
Turn right onto Meadow Lane
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Meadow Lane
3
Turn left onto West 89th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 89th Street
4
Turn right onto Mission Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Mission Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto West 75th Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 75th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Metcalf Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Metcalf Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 635
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 4B
Toward I 70 West: Topeka
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 24; US 40
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 24; US 40
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24; US 40
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
US 24; US 40
Toward US 24 East, US 40 East, US 73 North, KS 7 North: Lansing, Leavenworth, Tonganoxie
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on US 73; K-7
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 73; K-7
13
Continue on US 73; K-7
348 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 73; K-7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Leawood, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 23.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Mission Road
Turn right onto Mission Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
West 75th Street
Turn left onto West 75th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Metcalf Avenue
Turn right onto Metcalf Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
12.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Topeka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 4B
Toward I 70 West: Topeka
8
23.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 24; US 40
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24; US 40 toward US 24 East, US 40 East, US 73 North, KS 7 North: Lansing, Leavenworth, Tonganoxie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 24 East, US 40 East, US 73 North, KS...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.36 one way
$10.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.52
Kansas Turnpike
(10.4 mi)
$0.52
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Lansing, KS
Night in Lansing on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Kansas City, KS
17 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
22 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
48m 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 highway-focused drive is built for efficiency, with approximately 63% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Kansas Turnpike, where you can settle in for 10.4 miles of steady travel. The character of the road is primarily functional, prioritizing movement through the landscape rather than winding, technical maneuvers. As you transition between the Turnpike and the Harry Darby Memorial Highway, the rhythm of the drive stays relatively consistent. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a steady, predictable experience that favors modern infrastructure over secondary local roads.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.4 mi on Kansas Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kansas Turnpike and US 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Mission Road.
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 10 decision points packed into just 34.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Mission Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (West 75th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (Metcalf Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Leawood, KS and Lansing, KS, road signs point toward Leavenworth and Tonganoxie.
Leavenworth
23.4 mi in
|
~34m
|
via US 24; US 40
Tonganoxie
23.4 mi in
|
~34m
|
via US 24; US 40
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.4 miles on Kansas Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.52 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 Lansing, 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 0.8 miles (Mission Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (West 75th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (Metcalf Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lansing, 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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