How far is Lenexa, KS from Centropolis, KS?
The driving distance from Lenexa, KS to Centropolis, KS is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenexa and Centropolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa and Centropolis.
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Start on the route
78 m · 21 sec
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Turn right
22 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Rosehill Road
152 m · 21 sec · Rosehill Road
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Turn right onto Lenexa Drive
635 ft · 31 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Continue on Lenexa Drive
757 ft · 34 sec · Lenexa Drive
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Turn right onto West 95th Street
1033 ft · 20 sec · West 95th Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
908 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
33.2 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59 North: Lawrence
2291 ft · 49 sec
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Continue straight
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Stafford Road
1476 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Stafford Road
4.4 mi · 11 min · Stafford Road
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Continue on Barnes Avenue
1156 ft · 34 sec · Barnes Avenue
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Turn right onto North 9th Street
100 m · 14 sec · North 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lenexa and Centropolis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Continue straight
33.2 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lenexa and Partly Sunny near Centropolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lenexa to Centropolis?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Edgerton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Lenexa and 23.1 miles from Centropolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.15 one way or $12.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lenexa and Partly Sunny near Centropolis.
Stop Ideas Near Edgerton
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 Edgerton.
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Union Station
Lee's Summit
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenexa and Centropolis. Straight-line distance: 37.03 mi (59.59 km).
#1 Lenexa
The most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 56,156 |
| Coordinates | 38.9536200, -94.7335700 |
| Altitude | 314 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Centropolis
Township in Franklin County, Kansas
| Population | 1,017 |
| Coordinates | 38.7161200, -95.3502500 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Centropolis (-95.35025, 38.71612)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.15 | $12.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.59 | $15.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
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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