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Trip from Shawnee, KS to Lenexa, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

15m

Distance

8.6 mi

14 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 14m ★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Johnson County, Kansas, United States

Shawnee, KS

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city in Johnson County, Kansas, United States

Lenexa, KS

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Trip Overview

Traveling between Shawnee and Lenexa, Kansas, is a quick 8.6-mile commute that typically takes about 15 minutes. This short trip falls entirely within the Great Plains region, making it a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day. You will spend roughly 57% of your time on highways, utilizing I-35 alongside local arteries like Johnson Drive and Nieman Road. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route. Because of the minimal distance, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical, efficient connection between these two Kansas communities.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 4.9 mi 5m
Johnson Drive 1.2 mi 2m
Nieman Road 1.1 mi 2m
West 49th Terrace 0.3 mi 1m
Lenexa Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Bond Street 0.2 mi <1m
West 95th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Rosehill Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 4.9 mi, about 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Shawnee, KS and Lenexa, KS.

1

Start on Bond Street

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Bond Street
2

Turn left onto West 49th Terrace

0.3 mi · 1 min · West 49th Terrace
3

At end of road, turn right onto Nieman Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Nieman Road
4

Turn left onto Johnson Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Johnson Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward I 35 South: Wichita Use the right lane.
6

Merge onto I 35

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 35
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169

2.0 mi · 2 min · I 35; US 56; US 169
Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 224 Toward 95th Street Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn slight left

204 ft · 7 sec
Toward 95th Street East, Pittsburg State University, Brown Mackie College
10

Turn straight onto West 95th Street

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West 95th Street
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Lenexa Drive
Use the right lane.
12

Turn left onto Rosehill Road

500 ft · 18 sec · Rosehill Road
13

Turn right

71 ft · 10 sec
14

Turn left

256 ft · 18 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 7.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 49th Terrace

Turn left onto West 49th Terrace

Navigation decision point

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Nieman Road

At end of road, turn right onto Nieman Road

Navigation decision point

5
1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | Johnson Drive

Turn left onto Johnson Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.8 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South: Wichita

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 35 South: Wichita
7
7.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward 95th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 224 Toward 95th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.34 one way

$2.69 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $1.48 $2.95
premium $4.89 $1.65 $3.31
diesel $5.61 $1.90 $3.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$1

Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.6 0 $0.90 $0.41
Efficient EV 2.2 0 $0.75 $0.34
EV Truck/SUV 3.4 0 $1.20 $0.55

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Shawnee, KS

Night in Shawnee on Saturday

Local time

11:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 16 to 20 mph 42% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 3:25PM CDT until April 14 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS

Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 3:20PM CDT until April 14 at 11:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS

Destination

Lenexa, KS

Night in Lenexa on Saturday

Local time

11:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 17 mph 45% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 3:25PM CDT until April 14 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS

Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 3:20PM CDT until April 14 at 11:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

15m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions quickly between suburban streets and major thoroughfares. You will navigate a variety of road types, with the longest uninterrupted segment occurring during a 4.9-mile stretch on I-35. While the interstate portions allow for consistent speeds, your route also requires navigating Johnson Drive and Nieman Road to reach your final destination. You won't find yourself behind the wheel for long, as the entire journey is completed in under a quarter of an hour. The experience is functional and predictable, providing a clear contrast between the focused pace of the highway and the slower, local flow of the city streets.

57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.9 mi on I 35.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 49th Terrace.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 8.6 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: at 0.2 miles (West 49th Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Nieman Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Johnson Drive): 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.

Between Shawnee, KS and Lenexa, KS, road signs point toward 95Th Street East, Pittsburg State University and Brown Mackie College.

95Th Street East

8 mi in | ~12m

Pittsburg State University

8 mi in | ~12m

Brown Mackie College

8 mi in | ~12m

About the Cities

Arriving in Lenexa, KS

Full guide →

Lenexa is a city in Eastern Kansas.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 4.9 miles on I 35. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Lenexa, 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 0.2 miles (West 49th Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Nieman Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Johnson Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lenexa, 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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