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Trip from Lenexa, KS to Belle Plaine, KS

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 32m

Distance

200.4 mi

322 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 20m ★
6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 57m
10 AM
3h 41m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 56m
8 PM
3h 25m

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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Belle Plaine, KS

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Trip Overview

The drive from Lenexa, KS to Belle Plaine, KS covers 200.4 miles and takes about 3h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 35, North Broadway Road, East 90th Avenue North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 190.5 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.33 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

100.2 miles from Lenexa, KS

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 32m. Total distance: 200.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 32m highway drive covering 200.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and North Broadway Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 190.5 miles on I 35.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 190.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and North Broadway Road. 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 3h 32m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 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

7
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wi...
6
191.3 mi into trip | ~3h 16m in

Take the exit toward US 81, KS 53: Mulvane

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

Exit 33 Toward US 81, KS 53: Mulvane
6
191.6 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Casino Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Casino Drive

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 190.5 mi 3h 13m
North Broadway Road 5.5 mi 8m
East 90th Avenue North 2.5 mi 4m
Lenexa Drive 0.3 mi 1m
West 4th Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
West 95th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Kansas Star Drive 0.2 mi <1m
North Merchant Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 190.5 mi, about 3h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa, KS and Belle Plaine, 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

0.2 mi · 19 sec · West 95th Street
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 35 South, US 56 West, US 169 South: Wichita Use the straight / left lanes.
8

Merge onto I 35; US 56; US 169

1.7 mi · 1 min · I 35; US 56; US 169
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169

37 mi · 39 min · I 35; US 50; US 56; US 169
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on I 35; US 50; US 59

152 mi · 2 hr 32 min · I 35; US 50; US 59
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 33 Toward US 81, KS 53: Mulvane
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward Casino Drive
13

Turn right onto Kansas Star Drive

391 ft · 16 sec · Kansas Star Drive
14

Continue on Kansas Star Drive

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Kansas Star Drive
15

Turn right onto 144th Avenue

285 ft · 13 sec · 144th Avenue
16

Turn left onto US 81

5.3 mi · 7 min · North Broadway Road
17

Continue on North Broadway Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · North Broadway Road
18

Turn left onto East 90th Avenue North

2.5 mi · 4 min · East 90th Avenue North
19

Continue on West 4th Avenue

0.2 mi · 27 sec · West 4th Avenue
20

Turn left onto North Merchant Street

0.1 mi · 24 sec · North Merchant Street
21

Arrive at destination

North Merchant Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.2 miles from Lenexa, KS, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 190.5 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 44 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 100.2 miles or 1h 45m 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 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Plaine, 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 200.4 miles and 3h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 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 I 35 for about 190.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 100.2 mi from Lenexa, KS · 1h 45m into the drive

city and county seat in Morris County, Kansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Council Grove, KS

100 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

Basehor, KS

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Council Grove, KS

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.2 miles from Lenexa, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 190.5 miles.

Arriving in Belle Plaine, KS

The final approach into Belle Plaine, 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 Belle Plaine, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Overland Park, Kansas

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19135993111

Visit website

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lenexa, Kansas

2.4 mi

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

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

Jose Pepper's

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Shawnee, Kansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19136311011

Visit website

Pegah's Family Restaurant - Johnson Drive

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Shawnee, Kansas

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+19139626700

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 128.8

Matfield Green, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 157.4

El Dorado, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 171.8

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 171.8

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 171.8

Wichita, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 200.4

Belle Plaine, Kansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

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

$31.33 one way

$62.66 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.40 $68.80
premium $4.89 $38.57 $77.13
diesel $5.61 $44.25 $88.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.1 0 $21.04 $9.62
Efficient EV 50.1 0 $17.54 $8.02
EV Truck/SUV 80.2 1 $28.06 $12.83

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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

Afternoon in Lenexa on Friday

Local time

12:53 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belle Plaine, KS

Afternoon in Belle Plaine on Friday

Local time

12:53 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

17 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

3h 32m 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 Belle Plaine, KS covers 200.4 miles and takes about 3h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 35, North Broadway Road, East 90th Avenue North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 100.2 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 $31.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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 3h 32m drive. You will face about 14 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 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Lenexa, KS to Belle Plaine, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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