Trip from Holton, KS to Lenexa, KS

Q: How long is the trip from Holton, KS to Lenexa, KS?

The drive from Holton, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are South Lawrence Trafficway, Arizona Avenue, Kansas Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 45.5 miles from Holton, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

91 mi

146 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 37m ★

6 AM

1h 45m

8 AM

2h 0m

10 AM

1h 50m

12 PM

1h 49m

3 PM

1h 51m

5 PM

2h 0m

8 PM

1h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lenexa, KS

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Trip Overview

Spanning 91 miles across the Great Plains, this trip from Holton to Lenexa is a straightforward journey typically taking 1 hour and 44 minutes. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, as it is designed for efficiency rather than an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Kansas locations. Since the route remains entirely within the Great Plains, you will experience consistent regional terrain throughout your travel. This path serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection between the two cities for travelers who prioritize time management over sightseeing.

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

45.5 miles from Holton, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention as you transition between different road types. While you will spend about 16% of your time on highways, the experience is defined by local navigation rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the South Lawrence Trafficway, which spans 35.4 miles of the trip. The route relies on a combination of the Kansas Turnpike, Arizona Avenue, and the trafficway to move you efficiently toward your destination. You will find that the road changes character frequently, requiring you to remain alert as you shift from turnpike speeds to local surface streets.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Lawrence Trafficway is the longest continuous segment at about 35.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,201 ft 861 ft

Total Climb

243 ft

Total Descent

529 ft

Highest Point

1,201 ft

~11.4 mi in

Elevation Range

341 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 91 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 28.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

28.8 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I-70 East, Kansas City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I-70 East, Kansas City

86.8 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines,...

86.9 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines

87.5 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines

90.5 mi into trip | ~1h 42m 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...

Towns Along This Route

Between Holton, KS and Lenexa, KS, road signs point toward Kansas City and Lawrence.

Kansas City

28.8 mi in | ~33m

Lawrence

51 mi in | ~57m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Lawrence Trafficway	35.4 mi	38m
Arizona Avenue	27.7 mi	30m
Kansas Turnpike	14 mi	14m
Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway	8.1 mi	9m
I 35	0.9 mi	1m
West 4th Street	0.6 mi	1m
Lenexa Drive	0.2 mi	<1m
New York Avenue	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: South Lawrence Trafficway — 35.4 mi, about 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Holton, KS and Lenexa, KS.

Start on New York Avenue

0.1 mi · 33 sec · New York Avenue

Turn right onto KS 16; KS 116

0.6 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street

Turn left onto US 75

28 mi · 30 min · Arizona Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 70 East, US 40 East, KS 4 East: Kansas City, Gage Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward I-70 East, Kansas City

Merge onto I 70; US 40; KS 4

7.3 mi · 8 min · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

0.8 mi · 52 sec · Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway

Toward I-70 East, Kansas City

Continue on I 70

14 mi · 14 min · Kansas Turnpike

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 197 Toward KS 10: Lecompton, Lawrence

Turn right onto KS 10

35 mi · 38 min · South Lawrence Trafficway

Take the exit

391 ft · 6 sec

Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines, Renner Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 35, I 435 North: Wichita, Des Moines Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

1.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 35: Wichita, Des Moines Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 35 North: Des Moines Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 56; US 169

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Exit 224 Toward 95th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

296 ft · 7 sec

Toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto West 95th Street

189 ft · 3 sec · West 95th Street

Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Lenexa Drive

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Rosehill Road

500 ft · 18 sec · Rosehill Road

Turn right

71 ft · 10 sec

Turn left

256 ft · 18 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that because the drive is only 91 miles, you will likely not need to plan for lengthy rest breaks unless you prefer a more leisurely pace. Focus on staying alert during the turns, as the route requires more active steering than a standard straight-shot highway cruise. Given the $14 fuel estimate, topping off your tank before you leave Holton should comfortably get you to Lenexa without needing to worry about mid-trip refueling. Use your navigation system closely when transitioning onto the South Lawrence Trafficway to ensure you stay on the correct path.

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 45.5 miles from Holton, KS, or about 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.4 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 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45.5 miles or 51m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lenexa, KS than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Holton, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Holton, KS

This is one driving day of about 91 miles and 1h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Holton, 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 South Lawrence Trafficway for about 35.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 45.5 mi from Holton, KS · 51m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Valley Falls, KS

46 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

Kansas City, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Valley Falls, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45.5 miles from Holton, 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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lenexa, 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

$13.82 one way

$27.64 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$15.24	$30.47
premium	$4.80	$17.18	$34.36
diesel	$5.64	$20.22	$40.43

Estimated Tolls: $0.70

Kansas Turnpike (14 mi) $0.70

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

$14

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	27.3	$9.56	$4.37
Efficient EV	22.8	$7.96	$3.64
EV Truck/SUV	36.4	$12.74	$5.82

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 12 hours ago

Origin

Holton, KS

Evening in Holton on Sunday

Local time

8:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

S 15 mph 60% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 6:42AM CDT until April 13 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 6:23AM CDT until April 12 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS

Destination

Lenexa, KS

Evening in Lenexa on Sunday

Local time

8:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

S 14 to 17 mph 95% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 6:42AM CDT until April 13 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 6:23AM CDT until April 12 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS

Along the Route

44°F

Valley Falls, KS

46 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

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

1h 44m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Holton, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 91 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Lawrence Trafficway, Arizona Avenue, Kansas Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 45.5 miles from Holton, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.82 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.