How far is Kanwaka, KS from Leavenworth, KS?
The driving distance from Kanwaka, KS to Leavenworth, KS is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.6 miles (54 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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 Leavenworth County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kanwaka and Leavenworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kanwaka and Leavenworth.
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Start on Highway 40
2 mi · 3 min · Highway 40
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Continue on West 6th Street
919 ft · 18 sec · West 6th Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward KS 10 West
1634 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Lawrence Trafficway
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Lawrence Trafficway
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Take the exit left toward I 70 East: Kansas City
1975 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
25.9 mi · 26 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 Kanwaka and Leavenworth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Kansas Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
25.9 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kanwaka and 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 Kanwaka to Leavenworth?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Tonganoxie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Kanwaka and 21 miles from Leavenworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.6 miles (54 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.92 one way or $11.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kanwaka and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Leavenworth.
Stop Ideas Near Tonganoxie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Lansing Community and Economic Development
City of Lawrence - Utility Billing
James P. Davis Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tonganoxie.
Lawrence
Union Station
Topeka
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kanwaka and Leavenworth. Straight-line distance: 33.59 mi (54.05 km).
#1 Kanwaka
Township in Douglas County, Kansas
| Population | 1,467 |
| Coordinates | 38.9730600, -95.3727500 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.68 | $13.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.31 | $14.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
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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