How far is Leavenworth, KS from Fairway, KS?

The driving distance from Leavenworth, KS to Fairway, KS is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.72 mi
00h 50m
Flight
25.31 mi
40.73 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.31 mi
Kilometers
40.73 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.72 mi
Kilometers
57.48 km
Drive Time
00h 50m

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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 00h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fairway
Mon, Apr 13, 12:51 PM CDT
Return by in Leavenworth
Mon, Apr 13, 1:42 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Leavenworth
2026-04-13T12:00
Arrive Fairway
Mon, Apr 13, 12:51 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Leavenworth
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Grandview
KS

Township in Ford County, Kansas

From Leavenworth
17.8 mi
00h 25m
To Fairway
17.8 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Mon, Apr 13 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
20 to 23 mph SSW
Destination
82°F
Monday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Mon, Apr 13 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 to 18 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Leavenworth and Fairway.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth and Fairway.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    84 m · 25 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Spruce Street

    2974 ft · 1 min · Spruce Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South 4th Street

    3.2 mi · 6 min · South 4th Street

  4. 4

    Continue on North Main Street

    12.3 mi · 16 min · North Main Street

  5. 5

    Take the exit right toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East

    2724 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike

    10.8 mi · 12 min · Kansas Turnpike

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 635 South

    2322 ft · 30 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Harry Darby Memorial Highway

    4.4 mi · 5 min · Harry Darby Memorial Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on Metcalf Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Metcalf Avenue

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Johnson Drive

    54 m · 10 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Metcalf Lane

    129 m · 16 sec · Metcalf Lane

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Johnson Drive

    1.6 mi · 4 min · Johnson Drive

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Roe Avenue

    959 ft · 29 sec · Roe Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West 59th Street

    2234 ft · 2 min · West 59th Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 59th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Leavenworth and Fairway.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
42 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
12.3 mi · 35%
Kansas Turnpike
10.8 mi · 30%
Harry Darby Memorial Highway
4.4 mi · 12%
South 4th Street
3.16 mi · 9%
Johnson Drive
1.62 mi · 5%
Metcalf Avenue
1.19 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

North Main Street

Continue on North Main Street

12.3 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.4 mi
25.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Grandview
00h 25m from Leavenworth
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Leavenworth and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Fairway.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Leavenworth to Fairway?

The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?

Grandview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Leavenworth and 17.8 miles from Fairway.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 25.3 miles (40.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leavenworth and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Fairway.

Stop Ideas Near Grandview

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Grandview and the surrounding midpoint area.
Memorial Hall
Scenic stop 12.6 mi away

Memorial Hall

Kansas City , KS
600 N 7th St Trfy, Kansas City, KS 66101
Rating 4.4/5 492 reviews Tourist attraction,Historical place
Parkville City Hall
Meeting point 12 mi away

Parkville City Hall

Parkville , MO
8880 Clark Ave, Parkville, MO 64152
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall,City government office
Kansas City Convention Center
Nearby stop 14.7 mi away

Kansas City Convention Center

Kansas City , MO
301 W 13th St Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64105
Rating 4.4/5 2,795 reviews Business center,Convention center
Shawnee Town
Scenic stop 9.3 mi away

Shawnee Town

Shawnee , KS
11501 W 57th St, Shawnee, KS 66203
Rating 4.6/5 112 reviews Tourist attraction,Museum

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grandview.

RAIL

Union Station

27 mi away
30 West Pershing Rd.
RAIL

Lawrence

31 mi away
413 East 7th Street
RAIL

Independence

41 mi away
600 South Grand Ave.
RAIL

Lee's Summit

48 mi away
217 SW Main St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Leavenworth and Fairway. Straight-line distance: 25.31 mi (40.73 km).

Leavenworth

#1 Leavenworth

City in Kansas

Population35,934
Coordinates39.3111100, -94.9224600
Altitude256
CountryUnited States
Fairway

#2 Fairway

City in Johnson County, Kansas, United States of America

Population3,963
Coordinates39.0222300, -94.6319000
Altitude292
CountryUnited States
Start: Leavenworth (-94.92246, 39.31111)
End: Fairway (-94.6319, 39.02223)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 57 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.26 gal
4.77 L · about $4.75
Round trip
$9.50
2.52 gal · 9.54 L
Estimated CO2
11.2 kg one way
Round trip: 22.4 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $4.75 $9.50
Mid-grade $4.25 $5.36 $10.72
Premium $4.65 $5.86 $11.73
Diesel $5.30 $6.68 $13.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kansas · Apr 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Leavenworth and Fairway. The current time is 12:00:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.