How far is Leawood, KS from Tecumseh, KS?
The driving distance from Leawood, KS to Tecumseh, KS is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leawood and Tecumseh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leawood and Tecumseh.
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Start on West 90th Street
718 ft · 34 sec · West 90th Street
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Turn right onto Lee Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · Lee Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
2069 ft · 54 sec · West 95th Street
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Turn right onto State Line Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · State Line Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1305 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 10 West: Lawrence
2106 ft · 28 sec
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Continue straight
36.7 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit right
2384 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
13.4 mi · 13 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Kansas Turnpike
1055 ft · 12 sec · Kansas Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Kansas Turnpike
1.2 mi · 2 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Merge slight left onto Oakland Expressway
1277 ft · 16 sec · Oakland Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
2249 ft · 60 sec
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Turn left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Southeast Tecumseh Road
1587 ft · 45 sec · Southeast Tecumseh Road
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Turn right onto Southeast 3rd Terrace
825 ft · 36 sec · Southeast 3rd Terrace
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southeast 3rd Terrace
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leawood and Tecumseh.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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36.7 mi · 00h 40m
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 Leawood and Chance Rain Showers near Tecumseh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leawood to Tecumseh?
The road trip is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Eudora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.7 miles from Leawood and 32.8 miles from Tecumseh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.5 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Leawood and Chance Rain Showers near Tecumseh.
Stop Ideas Near Eudora
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Lawrence
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leawood and Tecumseh. Straight-line distance: 51.97 mi (83.63 km).
#1 Leawood
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 34,669 |
| Coordinates | 38.9666700, -94.6169000 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tecumseh
Unincorporated community in Shawnee County, Kansas
| Population | 7,777 |
| Coordinates | 39.0480600, -95.5791500 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tecumseh (-95.57915, 39.04806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
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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