Origin
Leavenworth, KS
Afternoon in Leavenworth on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
185.3 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 36m
★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leavenworth, KS
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Andover, KS
Tien Nguyen
Trip Overview
This 185.3-mile journey from Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS is a straightforward, one-day drive, taking approximately 2 hours and 46 minutes. You'll navigate primarily through local roads, with a 0% highway share, making it a more connected, turn-heavy experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $28, and with only one recommended stop, it's an efficient way to travel within the Great Plains region. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and plenty of flexibility.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.7 miles from Leavenworth, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 185.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 185.3-mile route. With no highway miles, you'll be consistently engaging with local roadways, experiencing the feel of driving through Kansas communities. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the profile suggests a continuous series of turns and road changes rather than long, open highway segments. This means you'll be actively navigating and experiencing more of the local landscape throughout the 2-hour and 46-minute drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Spruce Street 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 Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS is easy. At 2h 46m 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 Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spruce Street | — | — |
| South 4th Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| Kansas Turnpike | — | — |
| Andover | — | — |
| East 21st Street | — | — |
| North Andover Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Spruce Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leavenworth, KS and Andover, KS.
1
Start on the route
276 ft
·
25 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Spruce Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Spruce Street
3
Turn right onto South 4th Street
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South 4th Street
4
Continue on North Main Street
12 mi
·
16 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn left onto I 70 West: Topeka
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 70 West: Topeka
6
Merge slight left onto Kansas Turnpike
40 mi
·
40 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
7
Keep slight left to continue on Kansas Turnpike
127 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
Kansas Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward Andover
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Andover
9
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
10
Turn left onto East 21st Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East 21st Street
11
Turn left onto North Andover Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andover Road
12
Turn right onto Harrison Street
341 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
13
Turn left onto North Main Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 185.3-mile distance and 2-hour 46-minute duration, this route is best tackled in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy the drive. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Leavenworth. Since it's a local drive with a 0% highway share, be prepared for frequent turns and keep your navigation handy. Planning for just one stop means you can be quite flexible with your timing.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.7 miles from Leavenworth, KS, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
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 41 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.7 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Andover, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Leavenworth, KS so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Leavenworth, KS
This is one driving day of about 185.3 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Leavenworth, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.7 mi from Leavenworth, KS · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.7 miles from Leavenworth, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Andover, KS
The final approach into Andover, 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 Andover, 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
$28.97 one way
$57.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.81 | $63.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.66 | $71.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.91 | $81.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.89 |
| Efficient EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.21 | $7.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.1 | 0 | $25.94 | $11.86 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Andover, KS
Afternoon in Andover on Thursday
Local time
12:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 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
2h 46m 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 Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS covers 185.3 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Spruce Street, South 4th Street, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.7 miles from Leavenworth, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.97 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS is easy. At 2h 46m 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 Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Leavenworth, KS to Andover, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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