How far is Prairie Village, KS from De Soto, KS?
The driving distance from Prairie Village, KS to De Soto, KS is about 170 miles (273.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.1 miles (236.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lyon County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prairie Village and De Soto.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prairie Village and De Soto.
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Start on West 8th Street
849 ft · 43 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto North Andover Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Andover Road
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Turn right onto East 21st Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East 21st Street
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Take the ramp right
1367 ft · 39 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
1205 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
69.5 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Kansas Turnpike
70 mi · 1 hr 10 min · Kansas Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence
2307 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto South Lawrence Trafficway
24.1 mi · 27 min · South Lawrence Trafficway
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Take the exit slight right toward Lexington Avenue
2113 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
2038 ft · 51 sec · Lexington Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Lexington Avenue
14 m · 1 sec · Lexington Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Lexington Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Lexington Avenue
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Turn left onto Ottawa Street
2267 ft · 1 min · Ottawa Street
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Turn right onto West 82nd Street
927 ft · 41 sec · West 82nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 82nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prairie Village and De Soto.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Kansas Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Kansas Turnpike
70 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Prairie Village and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near De Soto.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prairie Village to De Soto?
The road trip is about 170 miles (273.6 km) and usually takes 03h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Admire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.9 miles from Prairie Village and 85 miles from De Soto.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.1 miles (236.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.63 one way or $45.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Prairie Village and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near De Soto.
Stop Ideas Near Admire
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prairie Village and De Soto. Straight-line distance: 147.1 mi (236.74 km).
#1 Prairie Village
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 22,315 |
| Coordinates | 37.6994600, -97.1381000 |
| Altitude | 412 |
| Country | United States |
#2 De Soto
City in Kansas, United States of America
| Population | 6,648 |
| Coordinates | 38.9791700, -94.9685800 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: De Soto (-94.96858, 38.97917)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $22.63 | $45.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.92 | $55.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.82 | $63.65 |
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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