How far is La Cygne, KS from Lenexa, KS?
The driving distance from La Cygne, KS to Lenexa, KS is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Cygne and Lenexa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Cygne and Lenexa.
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Start on North 4th Street
1716 ft · 52 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Market Street
4.4 mi · 8 min · East Market Street
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Take the ramp left
1259 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
42.8 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 95th Street
1499 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 95th Street
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Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive SOUTH
148 m · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Lenexa Drive
561 ft · 26 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Continue on Lenexa Drive
635 ft · 33 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Turn left onto Rosehill Road
152 m · 19 sec · Rosehill Road
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Turn right
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
78 m · 19 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 La Cygne and Lenexa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Market Street
Merge slight left
42.8 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Cygne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lenexa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Cygne to Lenexa?
The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Louisburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from La Cygne and 26.2 miles from Lenexa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.79 one way or $13.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Cygne and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lenexa.
Stop Ideas Near Louisburg
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 Louisburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Cygne and Lenexa. Straight-line distance: 41.73 mi (67.16 km).
#1 La Cygne
City in Linn County, Kansas
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 38.3500200, -94.7613500 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lenexa
The most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 56,156 |
| Coordinates | 38.9536200, -94.7335700 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.73357, 38.953456)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.66 | $15.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.38 | $16.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.55 | $19.09 |
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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