How far is Erie, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
The driving distance from Erie, KS to Leavenworth, KS is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.7 miles (195.8 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Franklin County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Erie and Leavenworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie and Leavenworth.
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Start on South Main Street
1570 ft · 48 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West State Street
2630 ft · 1 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto Pratt Road
7.5 mi · 11 min · Pratt Road
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Turn right onto 220th Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · 220th Road
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Continue on Udall Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · Udall Road
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Continue on 4200th Street
12.1 mi · 18 min · 4200th Street
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Continue on Cedar Street
12.1 mi · 18 min · Cedar Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 400 Road
12.1 mi · 18 min · 400 Road
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 5 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
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lone Elm Road, 159th Street
2255 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto South Lone Elm Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · South Lone Elm Road
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Continue on South Parker Street
12.7 mi · 17 min · South Parker Street
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Continue straight
19.1 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto Spruce Street
2974 ft · 1 min · Spruce Street
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Turn right
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 Erie and Leavenworth.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
400 Road
Exit the roundabout
22.2 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Sunny leaving Erie and Sunny near Leavenworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Erie to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 159.3 miles (256.4 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?
Princeton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Erie and 86.9 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.6 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 $21.19 one way or $42.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Erie and Sunny near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Princeton
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 Princeton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Erie and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 121.68 mi (195.82 km).
#1 Erie
City in Neosho County; Kansas, USA
| Population | 1,081 |
| Coordinates | 37.5681100, -95.2433100 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| 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: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.19 | $42.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.90 | $47.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.16 | $52.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.81 | $59.62 |
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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