Origin
Lebanon, KS
Afternoon in Lebanon on Tuesday
Local time
1:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lebanon, KS to Claudell, KS
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37.5 mi
60 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, KS
Jo Kassis
Claudell, KS
Alexis Cruz
Trip Overview
Lebanon, KS to Claudell, KS is 37.5 miles and takes about 49m via KS 9 and US 281, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the expansive Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive between two Kansas points. With most of the route on highways, you'll experience a fairly direct journey. Considering its brevity, this drive is ideal for a quick transit or an addition to a larger regional exploration, making it easy to fit into your schedule without requiring an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 9 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| US 281 | 12 mi | 14m |
| North Main Street | 10 mi | 14m |
| Elm Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Kansas Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| County Road 632 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chicago Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 9
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, KS and Claudell, KS.
1
Start on Chicago Avenue
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Chicago Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
494 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Kansas Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Kansas Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 281
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
5
Take the ramp onto US 281
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 281
6
Turn left onto US 281
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
North Main Street
7
Turn right onto KS 9
13 mi
·
15 min
·
KS 9
8
Turn left onto County Road 632
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Road 632
9
Arrive at destination
County Road 632
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Lebanon, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Kansas Avenue
Turn right onto Kansas Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 281 / Elm Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 281 / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
4
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
KS 9
Turn right onto KS 9
Navigation decision point
4
37.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
County Road 632
Turn left onto County Road 632
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.86 one way
$11.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.44 | $12.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.22 | $14.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Claudell, KS
Afternoon in Claudell on Tuesday
Local time
1:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Gaylord, KS
19 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
25 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
49m 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 predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 68% of the journey utilizing main roads like KS 9 and US 281. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 13.4 miles on KS 9, allowing for a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely defined by these established highways, suggesting a generally smooth and predictable experience as you traverse the Kansas landscape. Expect a straightforward feel rather than winding local roads or extensive interstate travel.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on KS 9.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on KS 9 and US 281. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lebanon, KS to Claudell, KS is easy. At 49m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kansas Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 281 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 miles on KS 9. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kansas Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 281 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Claudell, 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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