How far is Shawnee, KS from Marion, KS?
The driving distance from Shawnee, KS to Marion, KS is about 149.9 miles (241.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
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.
Human settlement in Osage County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shawnee and Marion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawnee and Marion.
-
1
Start on Bond Street
948 ft · 47 sec · Bond Street
-
2
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
1507 ft · 1 min · West 49th Terrace
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Nieman Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Nieman Road
-
4
Turn left onto Johnson Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Johnson Drive
-
5
Take the ramp right toward I 35 South: Wichita
687 ft · 17 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
-
7
Continue on I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita
4.2 mi · 5 min
-
8
Continue straight
37.1 mi · 39 min
-
9
Continue straight
57.3 mi · 58 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 50: Emporia, Newton
1268 ft · 37 sec
-
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
132 m · 6 sec
-
12
Exit the roundabout
814 ft · 12 sec
-
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
10 m · 1 sec
-
14
Exit the roundabout
24.6 mi · 29 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward KS 150 West: Marion
856 ft · 24 sec
-
16
Turn straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
-
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
58 m · 3 sec
-
18
Exit the roundabout
2.5 mi · 3 min
-
19
Turn left onto North Cedar Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North Cedar Street
-
20
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
1309 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
-
21
Turn right onto Elm Avenue
17 m · 3 sec · Elm Avenue
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elm Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shawnee and Marion.
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
57.3 mi · 00h 58m
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 Shawnee and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shawnee to Marion?
The road trip is about 149.9 miles (241.2 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Olivet is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.8 miles from Shawnee and 75.1 miles from Marion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.95 one way or $39.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Shawnee and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Marion.
Stop Ideas Near Olivet
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 Olivet.
Topeka
Lawrence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shawnee and Marion. Straight-line distance: 132.81 mi (213.73 km).
#1 Shawnee
The most populous city in Johnson County, Kansas.
| Population | 66,298 |
| Coordinates | 39.0416700, -94.7202400 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marion
City in and the county seat of Marion County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,739 |
| Coordinates | 38.3483500, -97.0172500 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marion (-97.01725, 38.34835)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.95 | $39.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.50 | $45.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.62 | $49.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.06 | $56.12 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Kansas · Apr 15, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.