Origin
Lenexa, KS
Evening in Lenexa on Sunday
Local time
6:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lenexa, KS to Baxter Springs, KS
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
138.7 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lenexa, KS
Tien Nguyen
Baxter Springs, KS
Alexis Cruz
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lenexa to Baxter Springs covers 138.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes. Since this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent landscape as you travel south through Kansas. It is a straightforward trip that works perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stay. Budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, the route is manageable and efficient, making it a stress-free option for your weekend plans.
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
69.3 miles from Lenexa, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is dominated by fast, open stretches, with 84% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate via Overland Parkway, West Atkinson Road, and US 69 Alternate, which keep the momentum high throughout the trip. Prepare for a significant 106.8-mile stretch on Overland Parkway, which accounts for the bulk of your time behind the wheel. The road personality leans toward a utilitarian, efficient transit rather than a winding backroads tour. By staying primarily on major thoroughfares, you maintain a steady pace as you transition from the northern part of the state toward the southern border.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Overland Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 106.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Overland Parkway and West Atkinson Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lenexa Drive
Turn right onto Lenexa Drive
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West 95th Street
At end of road, turn right onto West 95th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
6
138.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
|
US 166 / West 12th Street
Turn right onto US 166 / West 12th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Overland Parkway | 106.8 mi | 1h 55m |
| West Atkinson Road | 18.7 mi | 23m |
| US 69 Alternate | 9.6 mi | 12m |
| US Historic 66 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West 95th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lenexa Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Rosehill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 69 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Overland Parkway
— 106.8 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa, KS and Baxter Springs, KS.
1
Start on this road
256 ft
·
20 sec
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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
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Lenexa Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto West 95th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West 95th Street
Use the none lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 69 South: Fort Scott
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto US 69
107 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
Overland Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 69
319 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 69
9
Merge onto US 69; US 160
19 mi
·
23 min
·
West Atkinson Road
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 69 Alternate; US 400
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
US 69 Alternate; US 400
11
Enter roundabout onto US Historic 66; US 69 Alternate; US 400; KS 66
154 ft
·
2 sec
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US Historic 66; US 69 Alternate; US 400; KS 66
12
Continue on US Historic 66; US 69 Alternate; US 400; KS 66
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Historic 66; US 69 Alternate; US 400; KS 66
13
Continue on US 69 Alternate; US Historic 66; KS 66
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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US 69 Alternate; US Historic 66; KS 66
14
Turn right onto US 166
50 ft
·
0 sec
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West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
US 166
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs during the 138.7-mile trek. Because the route relies heavily on major highways, monitor your fuel levels before leaving Lenexa to avoid unnecessary detours in smaller towns. Departing in the morning gives you the most flexibility to manage the 2 hour and 39 minute duration without feeling rushed. Since this is a relatively short trip, use your one recommended stop to break up the long 106.8-mile stretch on Overland Parkway. Staying alert during these high-speed sections is the best way to ensure a safe arrival in Baxter Springs.
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 69.3 miles from Lenexa, KS, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.8 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 69.3 miles or 1h 18m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baxter Springs, 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 138.7 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lenexa, 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.
The longest stretch is on Overland Parkway for about 106.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.3 mi from Lenexa, KS · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.3 miles from Lenexa, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Overland Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.8 miles.
Arriving in Baxter Springs, KS
The final approach into Baxter Springs, 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 Baxter Springs, KS.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.07 one way
$42.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.22 | $46.45 |
| premium | $4.80 | $26.18 | $52.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.81 | $61.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.42 | $8.88 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Baxter Springs, KS
Evening in Baxter Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
54°F
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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
7 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 39m 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 Baxter Springs, KS covers 138.7 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Overland Parkway, West Atkinson Road, US 69 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.3 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 $21.07 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 39m drive. You will face about 10 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.
The route from Lenexa, KS to Baxter Springs, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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