Origin
Madison, KS
Night in Madison on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, KS to Lenexa, KS
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
114.5 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, KS
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Lenexa, KS
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Trip Overview
The drive from Madison, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 114.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, KS 99, East 6th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.5 miles on US 50. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.90 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57.3 miles from Madison, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 13m highway drive covering 114.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and KS 99. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.5 miles on US 50.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 89.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and KS 99. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near KS 58 / 4th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (KS 58 / 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (US 50): Lane positioning matters here; at 113.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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KS 58 / 4th Street
Turn right onto KS 58 / 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 50
Take the ramp onto US 50
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
113.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward 95th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 224
Toward 95th Street
9
114.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University...
5
114.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
Rosehill Road
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 89.5 mi | 1h 31m |
| KS 99 | 19 mi | 30m |
| East 6th Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| I 35 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| West Madison | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Mechanic Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lenexa Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 89.5 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, KS and Lenexa, KS.
1
Start on 3rd Street
71 ft
·
8 sec
·
3rd Street
2
Turn left onto KS 58
419 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Lincoln Street
3
Turn right onto KS 58
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
4th Street
4
Turn left onto KS 58
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Madison
5
Turn right onto KS 99
19 mi
·
30 min
·
KS 99
6
Turn right onto East South Avenue
375 ft
·
15 sec
·
East South Avenue
7
Turn left onto Mechanic Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mechanic Street
8
Turn right onto US 50
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East 6th Avenue
9
Take the ramp onto US 50
89 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
US 50
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35; US 56; US 169
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35; US 56; US 169
Toward I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 224
Toward 95th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft
·
7 sec
Toward 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto West 95th Street
189 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 95th Street
14
Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lenexa Drive
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
500 ft
·
18 sec
·
Rosehill Road
16
Turn right
71 ft
·
10 sec
17
Turn left
256 ft
·
18 sec
18
Arrive at destination
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 57.3 miles from Madison, KS, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.5 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.3 miles or 1h 12m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lenexa, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, 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 Madison, KS
This is one driving day of about 114.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madison, KS.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 89.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.3 mi from Madison, KS · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 57.3 miles from Madison, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 50 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.5 miles.
Arriving in Lenexa, KS
The final approach into Lenexa, 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 Lenexa, 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
$17.90 one way
$35.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.65 | $39.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.03 | $44.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.28 | $50.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.02 | $5.50 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.03 | $7.33 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Lenexa, KS
Night in Lenexa on Tuesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 17 mph
45% chance
Live forecast
44°F
Valley Falls, KS
57 mi in
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
15 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
2h 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Madison, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 114.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, KS 99, East 6th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.3 miles from Madison, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.90 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 114.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (KS 58 / 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (US 50): Lane positioning matters here; at 113.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Madison, KS to Lenexa, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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