How far is Leavenworth, KS from Lecompton, KS?
The driving distance from Leavenworth, KS to Lecompton, KS is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.3 miles (50.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Jefferson County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leavenworth and Lecompton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth and Lecompton.
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Start on the route
84 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Spruce Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Spruce Street
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Continue on Springdale Road
15.8 mi · 22 min · Springdale Road
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Keep slight left
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto West Lake Street
5.9 mi · 9 min · West Lake Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Lecompton Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Lecompton Road
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Continue on Eisenhower Memorial Drive
1229 ft · 28 sec · Eisenhower Memorial Drive
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Turn right onto East Woodson Avenue
1247 ft · 36 sec · East Woodson Avenue
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Turn right onto Elmore Street
44 m · 6 sec · Elmore Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elmore Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leavenworth and Lecompton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Springdale Road
Continue on Springdale Road
15.8 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Leavenworth and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Lecompton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leavenworth to Lecompton?
The road trip is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
McLouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Leavenworth and 21.9 miles from Lecompton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.3 miles (50.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.20 one way or $12.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leavenworth and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Lecompton.
Stop Ideas Near McLouth
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 McLouth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leavenworth and Lecompton. Straight-line distance: 31.29 mi (50.36 km).
#1 Leavenworth
City in Kansas
| Population | 35,934 |
| Coordinates | 39.3111100, -94.9224600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lecompton
City in Douglas County, Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 659 |
| Coordinates | 39.0444400, -95.3947000 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lecompton (-95.3947, 39.04444)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $4.00 | $6.20 | $12.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| Premium | $4.73 | $7.33 | $14.67 |
| Diesel | $6.02 | $9.32 | $18.65 |
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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