How far is Baker, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
The driving distance from Baker, KS to Leavenworth, KS is about 58.6 miles (94.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.9 miles (73.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Baker and Leavenworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baker and Leavenworth.
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Start on 170th Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · 170th Street
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Turn right
6 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto East 15th Street
2833 ft · 1 min · East 15th Street
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Continue on 110th Street
941 ft · 27 sec · 110th Street
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Continue on US Highway 73
8.2 mi · 10 min · US Highway 73
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Continue on US 73 Highway
15.7 mi · 23 min · US 73 Highway
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Turn right onto South 22nd Street
610 ft · 17 sec · South 22nd Street
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Turn left onto US 59 Highway
2012 ft · 38 sec · US 59 Highway
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Continue on Skyway Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Skyway Highway
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Turn right onto South 10th Street
597 ft · 10 sec · South 10th Street
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Continue on US 73 Highway
11.3 mi · 13 min · US 73 Highway
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Continue on Amelia Earhart Drive
10.3 mi · 12 min · Amelia Earhart Drive
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Take the exit slight right
1110 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto North 20th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North 20th Street
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Turn left onto Spruce Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Spruce Street
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Turn left
84 m · 20 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Baker and Leavenworth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 73 Highway
Continue on US 73 Highway
15.7 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Baker and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leavenworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Baker to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 58.6 miles (94.3 km) and usually takes 01h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Shannon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.3 miles from Baker and 29.3 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.9 miles (73.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.81 one way or $15.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Baker and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Shannon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Shannon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Baker and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 45.85 mi (73.79 km).
#1 Baker
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 1,391 |
| Coordinates | 39.7541700, -95.5630400 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Leavenworth
City in Kansas
| Population | 35,934 |
| Coordinates | 39.3111100, -94.9224600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.922671, 39.310837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.81 | $15.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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