How far is Lenexa, KS from Sabetha, KS?
The driving distance from Lenexa, KS to Sabetha, KS is about 119 miles (191.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Doniphan County, Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenexa and Sabetha.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa and Sabetha.
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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
2.3 mi · 4 min · West 95th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 435 North
2254 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
28.6 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 29 North, US 71 North: Saint Joseph
1.3 km · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
25.1 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 229 North: Downtown Saint Joseph
2673 ft · 54 sec
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 36: Kansas, Cameron
939 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left
49.7 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit right
2092 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1474 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto 270th Street
1413 ft · 22 sec · 270th Street
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Continue on East Main
1790 ft · 44 sec · East Main
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Continue on Main Street
1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 8th Street
107 m · 18 sec · South 8th Street
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Turn right onto Virginia Street
65 m · 9 sec · Virginia Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Virginia Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lenexa and Sabetha.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn left
49.7 mi · 00h 59m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lenexa and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sabetha.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lenexa to Sabetha?
The road trip is about 119 miles (191.5 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Elwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.5 miles from Lenexa and 59.5 miles from Sabetha.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.2 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.84 one way or $31.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lenexa and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sabetha.
Stop Ideas Near Elwood
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 Elwood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenexa and Sabetha. Straight-line distance: 86.83 mi (139.74 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 Sabetha
City in Kansas
| Population | 2,550 |
| Coordinates | 39.9022200, -95.8008200 |
| Altitude | 402 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sabetha (-95.80082, 39.90222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.84 | $31.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.86 | $35.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.55 | $39.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.28 | $44.55 |
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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