Origin
Parker, KS
Evening in Parker on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
50.5 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 50.5 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Woodward Street, West 2100th Road, County Road 1077 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.90 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
25.2 miles from Parker, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 50.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Woodward Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Woodward Street | — | — |
| West 2100th Road | — | — |
| County Road 1077 | — | — |
| Plum Creek Road | — | — |
| I 35 North | — | — |
| 95th Street | — | — |
| West 95th Street | — | — |
| Lenexa Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Woodward Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parker, KS and Lenexa, KS.
1
Start on South Center Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Center Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Woodward Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Woodward Street
3
Continue on West 2100th Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West 2100th Road
4
Turn left onto County Road 1077
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road 1077
5
Continue on Plum Creek Road
5.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Plum Creek Road
6
Take the ramp right
29 mi
·
32 min
7
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
8
Take the exit slight right
6.9 mi
·
8 min
9
Continue on I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35 North, US 56 East, US 169 North: Des Moines
10
Take the exit slight right toward 95th Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
95th Street
11
Keep slight right to continue on 95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
295 ft
·
7 sec
·
95th Street, Pittsburgh State University, Brown Mackie College
12
Turn straight onto West 95th Street
190 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 95th Street
13
Turn slight right onto Lenexa Drive
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Lenexa Drive
14
Turn left onto Rosehill Road
499 ft
·
19 sec
·
Rosehill Road
15
Turn right
72 ft
·
11 sec
16
Turn left
256 ft
·
19 sec
17
Arrive at your 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 25.2 miles from Parker, KS, or about 27m into the drive.
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 11 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.2 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lenexa, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Parker, KS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parker, KS
This is one driving day of about 50.5 miles and 55m.
At 50.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Parker, KS · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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
Arriving in Lenexa, KS
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lenexa, KS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.90 one way
$15.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.72 | $19.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lenexa, KS
Evening in Lenexa on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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 Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS covers 50.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Woodward Street, West 2100th Road, County Road 1077. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from Parker, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.90 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.
The drive from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Parker, KS to Lenexa, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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