How far is Goodland, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
Fastest route
The distance between Goodland, Kansas 67735, and Leavenworth, Kansas 66048 is approximately 403 miles (649 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 5 hours and 53 minutes. The suggested route is via I-70 E, which is the fastest route but has tolls. Please note that the destination is in a different time zone.
Directions
- Start by getting on I-70 E in Itasca from Caldwell Ave and US-24 Business.
- Head south on Broadway Ave toward E 9th St.
- Turn left at the first cross street onto E 9th St.
- Turn right onto Caldwell Ave.
- Turn right onto Cherry Ave.
- Turn left onto US-24 Business/Old US Hwy 24.
- Continue to follow US-24 Business.
- Turn left to merge onto I-70 E toward US-24 BUS E/Salina.
- Follow I-70 E to 222nd St in Reno Township. Take exit 212 from I-70 E (Toll road).
- Use the left 2 lanes to stay on I-70 E (Toll road).
- Take exit 212 for 222nd St.
- Take US-24 E/US-40 E and Tonganoxie Dr to Spruce St in Leavenworth.
- Turn left onto 222nd St (signs for Tonganoxie).
- Continue onto Honey Creek Rd.
- Turn right onto US-24 E/US-40 E.
- Turn right onto Tonganoxie Dr.
- Turn right onto Dempsey Rd/Levee 5/Tonganoxie Dr.
- Turn left onto Levee 5/Tonganoxie Dr.
- Continue to follow Tonganoxie Dr.
- Turn right onto Spruce St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for tolls along the route.
- ⏰ Be mindful of the time zone change at your destination.
- 🛣️ Take advantage of the faster route via I-70 E.
- 🚦 Stay updated on traffic conditions to ensure a smooth journey.
- 🍽️ Consider making stops for food and rest during the long drive.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 04m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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 Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Goodland and Leavenworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goodland and Leavenworth.
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Start on Broadway Avenue
44 m · 8 sec · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto East 8th Street
1152 ft · 34 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn right onto Cherry Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · Cherry Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old US Highway 24
1.3 mi · 2 min · Old US Highway 24
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Take the ramp left
1156 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
255.4 mi · 4 hr 15 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
74.7 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
14.9 mi · 17 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
1.2 km · 52 sec · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
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Continue on Kansas Turnpike
40.4 mi · 41 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 7, US 73, US 24 West, US 40 West: Bonner Springs, Leavenworth
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on KS 7 North, US 73 North, US 24 West, US 40 West: Lansing
73 m · 13 sec
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Turn left
15.5 mi · 23 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 Goodland and Leavenworth.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
255 mi · 04h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Goodland and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leavenworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Goodland to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 401.3 miles (645.8 km) and usually takes 06h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ellsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 203 miles from Goodland and 198.2 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 362.7 miles (583.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.40 one way or $106.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 125.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Goodland and Leavenworth, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Goodland and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Ellsworth
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 Ellsworth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Goodland and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 362.68 mi (583.68 km).
#1 Goodland
City in Kansas, USA
| Population | 4,301 |
| Coordinates | 39.3508300, -101.7101700 |
| Altitude | 1122 |
| 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: 646 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $53.40 | $106.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $60.22 | $120.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $65.90 | $131.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $75.10 | $150.21 |
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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