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Trip from Lenexa, KS to Baker, KS

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 7m

Distance

93.5 mi

151 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

6 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 58m ★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 2m

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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Baker, KS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lenexa, KS to Baker, KS covers 93.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 73 Highway, I 435, Amelia Earhart Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27 miles on US 73 Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.62 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.8 miles from Lenexa, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 93.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 7m highway drive covering 93.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 73 Highway and I 435. The longest continuous stretch is about 27 miles on US 73 Highway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 73 Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 27 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 73 Highway and I 435. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 7m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Lenexa Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West 95th Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Lenexa Drive

Turn right onto Lenexa Drive

Navigation decision point

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | West 95th Street

Turn right onto West 95th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
23.2 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward MO 45: Weston, Parkville

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

Exit 22 Toward MO 45: Weston, Parkville
6
32.5 mi into trip | ~42m in | MO 45 Spur

Turn left onto MO 45 Spur

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 Lenexa, KS to Baker, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Parkville along the way.

Parkville

23.2 mi in | ~28m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 73 Highway 27 mi 36m
I 435 20.1 mi 21m
Amelia Earhart Drive 10.7 mi 12m
Tom Watson Parkway 9.1 mi 12m
US Highway 73 8.2 mi 9m
Central Avenue 6 mi 9m
MO 45 Spur 2.3 mi 3m
West 95th Street 2.3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 73 Highway — 27 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

256 ft · 20 sec · this road
2

Turn right

71 ft · 10 sec
3

Turn left onto Rosehill Road

500 ft · 21 sec · Rosehill Road
4

Turn right onto Lenexa Drive

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Lenexa Drive
5

Continue on Lenexa Drive

0.1 mi · 33 sec · Lenexa Drive
6

Turn right onto West 95th Street

2.3 mi · 4 min · West 95th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward I 435 North
8

Merge onto I 435

20 mi · 21 min · I 435
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 22 Toward MO 45: Weston, Parkville
10

Turn left onto MO 45

9.1 mi · 12 min · Tom Watson Parkway
11

Turn left onto MO 45 Spur

2.3 mi · 3 min · MO 45 Spur
Use the left lane.
12

Enter roundabout onto MO 92

192 ft · 11 sec · MO 92
Toward MO 92 West: Leavenworth
13

Continue on MO 92

0.7 mi · 1 min · MO 92
Toward MO 92 West: Leavenworth
14

Continue on K-92

1.6 mi · 3 min · Metropolitan Avenue
15

Continue on US 73; K-7

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Amelia Earhart Road
16

Continue on US 73; K-7

11 mi · 12 min · Amelia Earhart Drive
17

Continue on US 73; K-7

11 mi · 12 min · US 73 Highway
18

Continue on US 73; K-7

0.1 mi · 9 sec · South 10th Street
19

Turn left onto US 59; US 73

1.0 mi · 2 min · Skyway Highway
20

Continue on US 59; US 73

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 59 Highway
21

Take the exit

288 ft · 8 sec
22

Turn straight onto US 73

426 ft · 12 sec · South 22nd Street
23

Turn left onto US 73

16 mi · 23 min · US 73 Highway
24

Continue on US 73

8.2 mi · 9 min · US Highway 73
25

Continue on US 73; KS 20

0.2 mi · 26 sec · 110th Street
26

Continue on US 73; KS 20

0.5 mi · 1 min · East 15th Street
27

Turn right onto US 73; US 159

6.0 mi · 9 min · Central Avenue
28

Turn left onto 170th Street

1.9 mi · 4 min · 170th Street
29

Arrive at destination

170th Street

Trip Plan

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 46.8 miles from Lenexa, KS, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 21 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46.8 miles or 1h 1m 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 42m

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

Before You Leave

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

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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 Lenexa, KS

This is one driving day of about 93.5 miles and 2h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Lenexa, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 73 Highway for about 27 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46.8 mi from Lenexa, KS · 1h 1m into the drive

city in and county seat of Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Leavenworth, KS

47 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.

Popular next leg

Leavenworth, KS to Baker, KS

58.6 mi · 1h 21m

Pacing Suggestions

Lansing, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Leavenworth, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.8 miles from Lenexa, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baker, KS

The final approach into Baker, 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 Baker, KS.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mr. G's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Atchison, Kansas

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 60.1

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+19134264674

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Overland Park, Kansas

0.6 mi

Jose Pepper's

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shawnee, Kansas

1 mi

Mr. G's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 60.1

Atchison, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+19134264674

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19135993111

Visit website

Jose Pepper's

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Shawnee, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19136311011

Visit website

Paolucci Restaurant, Deli & Lounge

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.1

Atchison, Kansas

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19133676105

Visit website

Bob Evans

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.4

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+19132991278

Visit website

Jazz a Louisiana Kitchen

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 13.4

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19133280003

Visit website

Whataburger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.4

Kansas City, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19138715874

Visit website

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Lenexa, Kansas

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19139621369

Visit website

Game Show Battle Rooms - Kansas City (Overland Park)

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Overland Park, Kansas

Hours: 9 am–9:30 pm

+19133501819

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.62 one way

$29.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.05 $32.10
premium $4.89 $17.99 $35.99
diesel $5.61 $20.64 $41.29

Estimated Tolls: $0.07

Skyway Highway (1 mi) $0.07

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

$15

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Oak Park Mall

Overland Park, KS

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Sykes/Lady Golf Course

Overland Park, KS

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Tomahawk Ridge

Overland Park, KS

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Sanders Justice Center

Overland Park, KS

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Matt Ross CC

Overland Park, KS

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Reed Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram

Shawnee, KS

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Blink Network: 5 eVgo Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.1 0 $9.82 $4.49
Efficient EV 23.4 0 $8.18 $3.74
EV Truck/SUV 37.4 0 $13.09 $5.98

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Lenexa, KS

Late night in Lenexa on Friday

Local time

1:52 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baker, KS

Late night in Baker on Friday

Local time

1:52 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

1 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 7m 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 Lenexa, KS to Baker, KS covers 93.5 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 73 Highway, I 435, Amelia Earhart Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.8 miles from Lenexa, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.62 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 straightforward 2h 7m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Lenexa Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West 95th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lenexa, KS to Baker, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Parkville along the way.

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