How far is Chetopa, KS from Lenexa, KS?
The driving distance from Chetopa, KS to Lenexa, KS is about 158 miles (254.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 34m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chetopa and Lenexa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chetopa and Lenexa.
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Start on the route
21 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
57 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto Maple Street
19 mi · 28 min · Maple Street
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Continue on West 12th Street
1.4 km · 1 min · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto Military Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Military Avenue
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
49 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
7.3 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto Parkview Drive
57.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Parkview Drive
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Continue straight
49.3 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 95th Street
1499 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 95th Street
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Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive SOUTH
148 m · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Lenexa Drive
561 ft · 26 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Continue on Lenexa Drive
635 ft · 33 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Turn left onto Rosehill Road
152 m · 19 sec · Rosehill Road
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Turn right
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
78 m · 19 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 Chetopa and Lenexa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Parkview Drive
Turn left onto Parkview Drive
57.5 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chetopa and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lenexa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chetopa to Lenexa?
The road trip is about 158 miles (254.3 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Fort Scott is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.4 miles from Chetopa and 78.6 miles from Lenexa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.04 one way or $42.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chetopa and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lenexa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chetopa and Lenexa. Straight-line distance: 133.82 mi (215.36 km).
#1 Chetopa
City in Labette County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,014 |
| Coordinates | 37.0372900, -95.0899600 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lenexa
The most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 56,156 |
| Coordinates | 38.9536200, -94.7335700 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.73357, 38.953456)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.73 | $47.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.97 | $51.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.60 | $59.19 |
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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