How far is Bolton, KS from Shawnee, KS?
The driving distance from Bolton, KS to Shawnee, KS is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143 miles (230.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bolton and Shawnee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolton and Shawnee.
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Start on the route
26 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Continue on West Main Street
10 mi · 16 min · West Main Street
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Turn left
1136 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
6.2 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
32.9 mi · 38 min
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Turn straight
18.7 mi · 21 min
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
68 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
22.2 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit right toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
29.6 mi · 32 min
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Continue on I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight right
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
813 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
32 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto Shawnee Mission Parkway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Shawnee Mission Parkway
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Turn right onto Nieman Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Nieman Road
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Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
1507 ft · 1 min · West 49th Terrace
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Turn right onto Bond Street
948 ft · 42 sec · Bond Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bond Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bolton and Shawnee.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
West Main Street
Continue straight
32.9 mi · 00h 39m
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 Bolton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shawnee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bolton to Shawnee?
The road trip is about 175.5 miles (282.5 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Welda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.6 miles from Bolton and 92.9 miles from Shawnee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143 miles (230.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.34 one way or $46.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bolton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shawnee.
Stop Ideas Near Welda
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bolton and Shawnee. Straight-line distance: 142.98 mi (230.1 km).
#1 Bolton
City in United States of America
| Population | 1,634 |
| Coordinates | 37.1567400, -95.8055400 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shawnee
The most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 66,298 |
| Coordinates | 39.0416700, -94.7202400 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bond Street (-94.719801, 39.041669)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 283 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
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 | $23.34 | $46.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.33 | $52.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.83 | $65.66 |
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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