How far is Fairmount, KS from Kickapoo, KS?
The driving distance from Fairmount, KS to Kickapoo, KS is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairmount and Kickapoo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmount and Kickapoo.
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Start on Wood Road
665 ft · 31 sec · Wood Road
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Turn right onto 155th Street
1 km · 2 min · 155th Street
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Turn right onto Dempsey Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Dempsey Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 147th Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · 147th Street
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Continue on South Desoto Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Desoto Road
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Turn left onto Eisenhower Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Eisenhower Road
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Turn right onto 20th Street Trafficway
1572 ft · 31 sec · 20th Street Trafficway
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Continue on South 20th Street
4 mi · 7 min · South 20th Street
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Continue on Santa Fe Trail
2.3 mi · 6 min · Santa Fe Trail
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Turn right onto 167th Street
2.9 mi · 7 min · 167th Street
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Continue on Kickapoo Road
2187 ft · 1 min · Kickapoo Road
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Turn left onto 170th Street
33 m · 5 sec · 170th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 170th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmount and Kickapoo.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South 20th Street
Continue on South 20th Street
4.03 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fairmount and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kickapoo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmount to Kickapoo?
The road trip is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Leavenworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from Fairmount and 7.6 miles from Kickapoo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.19 one way or $4.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fairmount and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kickapoo.
Stop Ideas Near Leavenworth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Platte City City Hall
James P. Davis Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leavenworth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairmount and Kickapoo. Straight-line distance: 14.44 mi (23.24 km).
#1 Fairmount
Township in Leavenworth County, Kansas
| Population | 481 |
| Coordinates | 39.1916700, -94.9355200 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kickapoo
Township in Leavenworth County, Kansas
| Population | 1,937 |
| Coordinates | 39.3988900, -94.9710800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: 170th Street (-94.971164, 39.398888)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.70 | $5.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.08 | $6.15 |
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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