How far is Lenexa, KS from Yates Center, KS?
The driving distance from Lenexa, KS to Yates Center, KS is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.8 miles (147.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenexa and Yates Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa and Yates Center.
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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
37.1 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
29.3 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 75, Lynden, Burlington
1315 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
38 mi · 47 min
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Turn left onto West Rutledge Street
1601 ft · 1 min · West Rutledge Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Rutledge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lenexa and Yates Center.
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
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38 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lenexa and Sunny near Yates Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lenexa to Yates Center?
The road trip is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.7 miles from Lenexa and 53.7 miles from Yates Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.8 miles (147.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.29 one way or $28.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lenexa and Sunny near Yates Center.
Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg
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 Williamsburg.
Lawrence
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Union Station
Lee's Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenexa and Yates Center. Straight-line distance: 91.76 mi (147.67 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 Yates Center
County seat in Kansas
| Population | 1,267 |
| Coordinates | 37.8811500, -95.7333200 |
| Altitude | 345 |
| Country | United States |
End: Yates Center (-95.73332, 37.88115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.64 | $35.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
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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