How far is Leavenworth, KS from Seneca, KS?
The driving distance from Leavenworth, KS to Seneca, KS is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Brown 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 Seneca.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth and Seneca.
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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
1.5 mi · 3 min · Spruce Street
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Turn right onto South 20th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South 20th Street
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Continue on Santa Fe Trail
836 ft · 22 sec · Santa Fe Trail
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Take the ramp left
1809 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto Amelia Earhart Drive
9.9 mi · 11 min · Amelia Earhart Drive
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Continue on US 73 Highway
11.3 mi · 13 min · US 73 Highway
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Continue on South 10th Street
553 ft · 9 sec · South 10th Street
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Turn left onto Skyway Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Skyway Highway
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Continue on US 59 Highway
1756 ft · 33 sec · US 59 Highway
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Take the exit slight right
88 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto South 22nd Street
130 m · 12 sec · South 22nd Street
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Turn left onto US 73 Highway
15.7 mi · 23 min · US 73 Highway
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Continue on US Highway 73
8.2 mi · 10 min · US Highway 73
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Continue on 110th Street
941 ft · 27 sec · 110th Street
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Continue on East 15th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East 15th Street
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Continue on 110th Street
10.2 mi · 15 min · 110th Street
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Turn right
11.7 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1543 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto US 36 Highway
2.6 mi · 3 min · US 36 Highway
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Continue on 230th Street
14.5 mi · 17 min · 230th Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
2470 ft · 1 min · North 1st Street
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Continue on Main Street
1955 ft · 59 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
15 m · 2 sec · South 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leavenworth and Seneca.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 73 Highway
Turn left onto US 73 Highway
15.7 mi · 00h 23m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Seneca.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leavenworth to Seneca?
The road trip is about 91.5 miles (147.2 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Everest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.7 miles from Leavenworth and 45.8 miles from Seneca.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.18 one way or $24.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leavenworth and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Seneca.
Stop Ideas Near Everest
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 Everest.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leavenworth and Seneca. Straight-line distance: 70.73 mi (113.83 km).
#1 Leavenworth
City in Kansas
| Population | 35,934 |
| Coordinates | 39.3111100, -94.9224600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Seneca
City in Kansas
| Population | 2,079 |
| Coordinates | 39.8341600, -96.0641700 |
| Altitude | 347 |
| Country | United States |
End: Seneca (-96.06417, 39.83416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.13 | $34.26 |
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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