How far is Gardner, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
The driving distance from Gardner, KS to Leavenworth, KS is about 40 miles (64.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gardner and Leavenworth.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2.6 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 35 North, US 50 East, US 56 East: Kansas City
3.3 mi · 4 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 Gardner 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.
South Parker Street
Continue straight
19.1 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Gardner and Mostly Sunny near Leavenworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gardner to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 40 miles (64.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Bonner Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.4 miles from Gardner and 19.6 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Gardner and Mostly Sunny near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Bonner Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Shawnee Town
Parkville City Hall
Country Club Plaza
Overlook at Quality Hill
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bonner Springs.
Union Station
Lawrence
Independence
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gardner and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 34.57 mi (55.63 km).
#1 Gardner
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 2,941 |
| Coordinates | 38.8108400, -94.9271900 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| 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: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
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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