How far is Garnett, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
The driving distance from Garnett, KS to Leavenworth, KS is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m 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 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garnett and Leavenworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garnett and Leavenworth.
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Start on South Oak Street
639 ft · 34 sec · South Oak Street
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Turn right onto West 6th Avenue
2040 ft · 37 sec · West 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto South Maple Street
8.5 mi · 10 min · South Maple Street
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Continue on North State Street
150 m · 6 sec · North State Street
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Continue on North State Road
12.2 mi · 14 min · North State Road
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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 Garnett 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.
I 35 North
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20.9 mi · 00h 22m
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 Cloudy leaving Garnett and Sunny near Leavenworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garnett to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Edgerton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Garnett and 43.2 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.3 miles (117.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.4 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.54 one way or $23.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Garnett and Sunny near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Edgerton
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 Edgerton.
Lawrence
Union Station
Lee's Summit
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garnett and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 73.25 mi (117.89 km).
#1 Garnett
City in Anderson County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 3,258 |
| Coordinates | 38.2805800, -95.2419200 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.01 | $26.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
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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