How far is Benton, KS from Leawood, KS?
The driving distance from Benton, KS to Leawood, KS is about 174.9 miles (281.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.6 miles (253.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
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City in Coffey County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Benton and Leawood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton and Leawood.
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Start on Benton Street
54 m · 13 sec · Benton Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3178 ft · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Southwest 20th Street
11.8 mi · 13 min · Southwest 20th Street
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Take the exit slight left
81 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight right onto Boyer Road
79 m · 7 sec · Boyer Road
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Take the exit left
799 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight
824 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
56 mi · 56 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Keep slight right
95.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 435 East, US 50 East
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward State Line Road
1669 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto State Line Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Line Road
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
2101 ft · 57 sec · West 95th Street
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Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · Lee Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 90th Street
718 ft · 31 sec · West 90th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 90th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Benton and Leawood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Kansas Turnpike
Keep slight right
95.5 mi · 01h 38m
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 Benton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leawood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Benton to Leawood?
The road trip is about 174.9 miles (281.4 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Lebo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.3 miles from Benton and 87.6 miles from Leawood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.6 miles (253.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.27 one way or $46.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Benton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leawood.
Stop Ideas Near Lebo
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Benton and Leawood. Straight-line distance: 157.59 mi (253.62 km).
#1 Benton
City in Kansas
| Population | 865 |
| Coordinates | 37.7889000, -97.1086500 |
| Altitude | 419 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Leawood
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 34,669 |
| Coordinates | 38.9666700, -94.6169000 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 90th Street (-94.616901, 38.966789)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 281 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.27 | $46.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.24 | $52.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.72 | $57.43 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.73 | $65.45 |
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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