Origin
Edwardsville, KS
Morning in Edwardsville on Saturday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edwardsville, KS to Fairfax, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
15.8 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edwardsville, KS
Tien Nguyen
Fairfax, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
Edwardsville, KS to Fairfax, KS is 15.8 miles and takes about 25m via Kaw Drive/Kansas Turnpike/Fairfax Trafficway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a very short trip, perfect for a single day, connecting two points within the Great Plains region of Kansas. The route primarily utilizes major roadways, offering a straightforward journey. Given its brief distance, it's an easy addition to a larger itinerary or a quick transit for local travel. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 15.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 36% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Kaw Drive, including the longest uninterrupted section of 7 miles, before transitioning to the Kansas Turnpike and then the Fairfax Trafficway. The profile suggests a drive that balances potentially faster highway speeds with more local road characteristics as you approach your destination. Expect a dynamic feel as you navigate these different road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kaw Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South 4th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 15.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South 4th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 7.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 4th Street
At end of road, turn right onto South 4th Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
7.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
11.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69 toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69...
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Funston Road
Turn left onto Funston Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Edwardsville, KS to Fairfax, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Fairfax District along the way.
Fairfax District
13.2 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kaw Drive | 7 mi | 10m |
| Kansas Turnpike | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Fairfax Trafficway | 2 mi | 4m |
| I 70 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Funston Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Pacific Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kaw Drive
— 7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsville, KS and Fairfax, KS.
1
Start on South Pacific Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Pacific Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto South 4th Street
490 ft
·
27 sec
·
South 4th Street
3
Turn right onto KS 32
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Kaw Drive
4
Turn left onto North 57th Street
410 ft
·
19 sec
·
North 57th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Merge onto I 70; US 24; US 40
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69
Toward I 70 East, US 24 East, US 40 East, US 69 North: Saint Louis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 423B
Toward Fairfax District
9
Continue on North 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North 3rd Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight right
372 ft
·
16 sec
Toward Fairfax District
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Fairfax Trafficway
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Fairfax Trafficway
12
Turn left onto Funston Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Funston Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left
344 ft
·
25 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.47 one way
$4.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.04 | $6.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Kansas Turnpike
(3.9 mi)
$0.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Fairfax, KS
Morning in Fairfax on Saturday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m 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 Edwardsville, KS to Fairfax, KS covers 15.8 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kaw Drive, Kansas Turnpike, Fairfax Trafficway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Edwardsville, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.47 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 is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 15.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South 4th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 7.6 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40 / Kansas Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles (I 70; US 24; US 40; US 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Edwardsville, KS to Fairfax, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Fairfax District along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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