Origin
Dover, KS
Late night in Dover on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dover, KS to Shawnee, KS
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
82.6 mi
133 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover, KS
Barnabas Davoti
Shawnee, KS
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Trip Overview
This 82.6-mile journey from Dover to Shawnee, Kansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the Kansas Turnpike and the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, with a brief section on Southwest Carlson Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this drive offers a straightforward experience across the Great Plains region. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to plan your own breaks. This route is ideal for those seeking a short, efficient drive within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
41.3 miles from Dover, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with about 60% of the route utilizing highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 48.7 miles on the Kansas Turnpike, offering a consistent highway pace. The remaining portion will likely involve navigating local roads, including Southwest Carlson Road, which may present a change in speed and scenery. This blend suggests a drive that transitions from open highway cruising to more varied driving conditions as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kansas Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 48.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near KS 4 / Southwest 57th Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KS 4 / Southwest 57th Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.6 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KS 4 / Southwest 57th Street
Turn right onto KS 4 / Southwest 57th Street
Navigation decision point
6
26.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
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I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway toward I-70 East, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
5
76 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward College Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 415
Toward College Parkway
8
76.2 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Turner Diagonal
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Turner Diagonal
4
79.3 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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South 59th Street
Turn left onto South 59th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dover, KS and Shawnee, KS, road signs point toward Kansas City and Turner Diagonal.
Kansas City
26.6 mi in
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~32m
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via I 70
Turner Diagonal
76.2 mi in
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~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas Turnpike | 48.7 mi | 49m |
| Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway | 19.1 mi | 21m |
| Southwest Carlson Road | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| South 59th Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Turner Diagonal | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| KS 32 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 57th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kansas Turnpike
— 48.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, KS and Shawnee, KS.
1
Start on KS 4
105 ft
·
6 sec
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Southwest Douglas Road
2
Turn right onto KS 4
0.5 mi
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43 sec
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Southwest 57th Street
3
Turn right onto Southwest Carlson Road
6.4 mi
·
9 min
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Southwest Carlson Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto I 70; US 40
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
6
Continue on I 70; US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
15 mi
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17 min
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Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
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Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway
Toward I-70 East, Kansas City
9
Continue on I 70
49 mi
·
49 min
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Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 415
Toward College Parkway
11
Keep slight right at fork
390 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Turner Diagonal
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Turner Diagonal
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Turner Diagonal
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on KS 32
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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KS 32
14
Turn right onto South 55th Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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South 55th Street
15
Turn slight right
168 ft
·
7 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto Inland Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Inland Drive
17
Turn left onto South 59th Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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South 59th Street
18
Turn right onto 47th Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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47th Street
19
Turn left onto Bond Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Bond Street
20
Arrive at destination
Bond Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 36 minutes, this trip is perfect for a flexible schedule; consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak traffic. While there are no pre-planned stops, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 48.7 miles on the Kansas Turnpike. The total fuel cost is estimated at $13, so you should have ample budget. Planning a brief stop around the halfway point could break up the drive nicely, even if it's just for a quick stretch and to check your directions before the final leg.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.3 miles from Dover, KS, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.3 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dover, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dover, KS
This is one driving day of about 82.6 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dover, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Kansas Turnpike for about 48.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.3 mi from Dover, KS · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Dover, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shawnee, KS
The final approach into Shawnee, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Shawnee, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.91 one way
$25.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.90 | $31.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.43
Kansas Turnpike
(48.7 mi)
$2.43
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.29 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Shawnee, KS
Late night in Shawnee on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Valley Falls, KS
41 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Dover, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 82.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kansas Turnpike, Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, Southwest Carlson Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.3 miles from Dover, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.91 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (KS 4 / Southwest 57th Street): Navigation decision point; at 26.6 miles (I 70 / Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Dover, KS and Shawnee, KS, road signs point toward Kansas City and Turner Diagonal.
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