Origin
Garnett, KS
Night in Garnett on Thursday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shawnee, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 6th Avenue, South Maple Street, North State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 70.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 14m drive with frequent turns across 70.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 6th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 6th Avenue | — | — |
| South Maple Street | — | — |
| North State Street | — | — |
| North State Road | — | — |
| I 35 North | — | — |
| US 56 East | — | — |
| Shawnee Mission Parkway | — | — |
| Nieman Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 6th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garnett, KS and Shawnee, KS.
1
Start on South Oak Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Oak Street
2
Turn right onto West 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 6th Avenue
3
Turn right onto South Maple Street
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
South Maple Street
4
Continue on North State Street
492 ft
·
6 sec
·
North State Street
5
Continue on North State Road
12 mi
·
13 min
·
North State Road
6
Take the exit right toward I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 35 North, US 59 North, US 50 East: Lawrence, Kansas City
7
Continue straight
30 mi
·
31 min
8
Continue on I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
9
Merge slight right
2.7 mi
·
3 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 56 East, US 69 North, US 169 North: Shawnee Mission Parkway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
Shawnee Mission Parkway, Shawnee
12
Turn left onto Shawnee Mission Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawnee Mission Parkway
13
Turn right onto Nieman Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Nieman Road
14
Turn left onto West 49th Terrace
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 49th Terrace
15
Turn right onto Bond Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Bond Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Garnett, KS · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Garnett, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.08 one way
$22.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 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 | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Shawnee, KS
Night in Shawnee on Thursday
Local time
10:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Edgerton, KS
35 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
19 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 14m 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 Shawnee, KS covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 6th Avenue, South Maple Street, North State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 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 $11.08 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.
The drive from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Garnett, KS to Shawnee, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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