Origin
Garnett, KS
Late night in Garnett on Friday
Local time
1:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garnett, KS to Lenexa, KS
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garnett, KS
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Lenexa, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Garnett, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 62.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35, North State Road, US 59 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.1 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 62.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and North State Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.1 miles on I 35.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and North State Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.3 miles in near US 59.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 21.3 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
21.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 59
Take the exit onto US 59 toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Law...
7
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward 95th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 224
Toward 95th Street
9
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University...
5
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Rosehill Road
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
Navigation decision point
5
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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 Garnett, KS to Lenexa, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
Kansas City
21.3 mi in
|
~24m
|
via US 59
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 31.1 mi | 33m |
| North State Road | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| US 59 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| South Maple Street | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| West 6th Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lenexa Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Oak Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rosehill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 31.1 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garnett, KS and Lenexa, KS.
1
Start on South Oak Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Oak Street
2
Turn right onto US 169 Business
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 6th Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 59; KS 31
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
South Maple Street
4
Continue on US 59
493 ft
·
6 sec
·
North State Street
5
Continue on US 59
12 mi
·
13 min
·
North State Road
6
Take the exit onto US 59
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
7
Continue on I 35; US 50
30 mi
·
31 min
·
I 35; US 50
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35; US 56; US 169
Toward I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 224
Toward 95th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft
·
7 sec
Toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto West 95th Street
189 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 95th Street
12
Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lenexa Drive
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
500 ft
·
18 sec
·
Rosehill Road
14
Turn right
71 ft
·
10 sec
15
Turn left
256 ft
·
18 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Garnett, KS · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Garnett, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lenexa, KS
The final approach into Lenexa, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.80 one way
$19.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.76 | $21.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.07 | $24.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Lenexa, KS
Late night in Lenexa on Friday
Local time
1:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Wellsville, KS
31 mi in
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
18 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 10m 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 Garnett, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 62.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, North State Road, US 59. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Garnett, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.80 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 62.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 21.3 miles (US 59): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Garnett, KS to Lenexa, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Kansas City along the way.
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