Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
22.5 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lenexa, KS
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Edgerton, KS
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This straightforward 22.5-mile journey from Lenexa, KS to Edgerton, KS takes about 29 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. Primarily on I-35, you'll experience a highway-focused drive through the Great Plains region of Kansas. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, this route is economical for a quick excursion. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, this trip is best suited for a direct drive without the need for an overnight stay. It’s a simple, no-fuss option for getting between these two Kansas locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 18.3 mi | 20m |
| West 199th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Homestead Lane | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 56 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lenexa Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 95th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Rosehill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa, KS and Edgerton, KS.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
Turn right onto Lenexa Drive
Continue on Lenexa Drive
Turn right onto West 95th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169
Continue on I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Homestead Lane
Turn left onto West 199th Street
Turn left onto US 56
Turn left onto East 4th Street
Turn right onto East Nelson Street
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Lenexa Drive
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$3.52 one way
$7.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.86 | $7.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.97 | $9.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Lenexa on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Edgerton on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-dominated experience, with 83% of the 22.5 miles on major roadways like I-35. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 18.3 miles on I-35, offering a consistent pace. While largely interstate, the route incorporates West 199th Street and Homestead Lane, providing slight variations as you approach Edgerton. This drive maintains a steady, efficient character throughout, making it a predictable and easy-to-navigate trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and West 199th Street. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 22.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Lenexa Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Lenexa is a city in Eastern Kansas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 22.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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