Origin
Lenexa, KS
Late night in Lenexa on Saturday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lenexa, KS to Osage County, KS
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
73.7 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lenexa, KS
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Osage County, KS
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Trip Overview
Lenexa, KS to Osage County, KS is 73.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via KS 10, North 300 Road, and West 157th Street, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Kansas. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances highway speeds with some local road navigation. With a duration under two hours, this trip is ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination activities without feeling rushed. Consider this route for its efficient travel time and uncomplicated path.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.9 miles from Lenexa, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 73.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route presents a mixed drive, with about 49% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 27.8 miles on KS 10, which provides a good opportunity for steady travel. As you progress, the drive transitions, incorporating local roads like North 300 Road and West 157th Street, which may offer a different pace and driving feel. Be prepared for this variation, as it involves changes in road conditions and potentially more turns. The overall character is a blend of efficient highway cruising and more localized navigation through the landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
KS 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.7 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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...
8
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 435 West, KS 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 222B
Toward I 435 West, KS 10 West
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward KS 10 West: Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward KS 10 West: Lawrence
6
30.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 59: Ottawa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 59: Ottawa
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 Osage County, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Council Grove along the way.
Council Grove
40.7 mi in
|
~47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| KS 10 | 27.8 mi | 30m |
| North 300 Road | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| West 157th Street | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| East 1300 Road | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| US 75 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| West 217th Street | 2.3 mi | 8m |
| I 35 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| South Lewelling Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
KS 10
— 27.8 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenexa, KS and Osage County, 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
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 35; US 56; US 169
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 222B
Toward I 435 West, KS 10 West
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward KS 10 West: Lawrence
Use the slight left lane.
12
Continue on KS 10
28 mi
·
30 min
·
KS 10
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 59: Ottawa
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 59
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Iowa Street
15
Continue on US 59
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
East 1300 Road
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 56: Olathe, Council Grove
17
Turn right onto US 56
12 mi
·
15 min
·
North 300 Road
18
Continue on US 56
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
West 157th Street
19
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
20
Merge onto US 75
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 75
21
Turn right onto West 217th Street
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West 217th Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto South Lewelling Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lewelling Road
23
Continue on West 221st Street
379 ft
·
16 sec
·
West 221st Street
24
Arrive at destination
West 221st Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can comfortably start in the morning and be in Osage County with plenty of daylight left. There are no specified stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the midpoint of your drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the estimated fuel cost is around $12. A practical tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the transition points onto North 300 Road and West 157th Street, as these are key to navigating the latter half of your journey smoothly.
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 36.9 miles from Lenexa, KS, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.8 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 16 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 43m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Osage County, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lenexa, KS
This is one driving day of about 73.7 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Lenexa, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on KS 10 for about 27.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.9 mi from Lenexa, KS · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from Lenexa, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Osage County, KS
The final approach into Osage County, KS usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.52 one way
$23.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.18 | $28.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.27 | $32.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.32 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Osage County, KS
Late night in Osage County on Saturday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
14 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 36m 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 Osage County, KS covers 73.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are KS 10, North 300 Road, West 157th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 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 $11.52 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.7 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lenexa, KS to Osage County, KS, road signs begin pointing toward Council Grove along the way.
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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